Atul Gawande Quotes

“Better is possible. It does not take genius. It takes diligence. It takes moral clarity. It takes ingenuity. And above all, it takes a willingness to try.”

“The difference between success and failure is attention to detail.”

“We are defined by the risks we take and the risks we avoid.”

“You can’t fix everything. But you can make a difference.”

“The simplest checklist can prevent the biggest mistakes.”

“Courage is not the absence of fear but the capacity to act despite it.”

“Improvement comes from understanding your weaknesses, not ignoring them.”

“Better care is a team effort; it’s never the result of one person alone.”

“We must measure ourselves by the impact we have on others.”

“Good medicine is about doing as much as possible for the patient, and as little as possible to the patient.”

“Perfection is unattainable, but striving for it brings improvement.”

“The essence of science is its ability to challenge itself.”

“Every system is perfectly designed to achieve the results it gets.”

“Listening is often the most important part of communication.”

“Change is a process, not an event.”

“Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do.”

“Learning is a lifelong endeavor; it doesn’t end with a degree.”

“A culture of safety benefits everyone.”

“Success is not just about what you accomplish but what you inspire others to do.”

“We must embrace innovation while respecting tradition.”

“People underestimate the power of a simple checklist.”

“Empathy is as critical to care as knowledge.”

“The best solutions are often the simplest ones.”

“The complexity of our problems demands humility and persistence.”

“Systems, not just individuals, determine outcomes.”

“Feedback is a gift that can drive improvement.”

“To heal is to listen, understand, and act.”

“Leadership is about guiding others to achieve more than they thought possible.”

“Small improvements can lead to significant results over time.”

“The art of medicine lies in balancing science with humanity.”

“Failure is not the enemy of success; complacency is.”

“Effective communication is the cornerstone of great teamwork.”

“We must be relentless in our pursuit of better care.”

“The measure of a society is how it cares for its most vulnerable.”

“Transparency fosters trust and accountability.”

“Resilience is built through preparation and adaptability.”

“Informed patients make better decisions.”

“Every error is an opportunity to learn and improve.”

“Good intentions are not enough; actions matter.”

“Teamwork multiplies the strength of the individual.”

“Success comes from turning knowledge into action.”

“Caring for others is both a privilege and a responsibility.”

“To improve, we must acknowledge where we fall short.”

“Details may seem small, but they define the outcome.”

“A system is only as strong as its weakest link.”

“Understanding precedes improvement.”

“Greatness is in the small things done well.”

“Accountability starts with each of us.”

“To do better, we must first believe it is possible.”

“Improvement requires courage, curiosity, and commitment.”

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