A well thought out review of the most common causes of death in Americans, along with advice on how to reduce your risk with particular emphasis on diet, exercise, sleep, and mental health.  At times it can be a bit granular, nevertheless contains a great deal of useful information emphasizing lifestyle changes and possible supplements.

Former head of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services and Massachusetts native, Dr Berwick reviews possible ways of revamping the US healthcare system through a series of speeches he gave between 1992 and 2002.

A groundbreaking study published 20 years ago comparing diets and healthcare outcomes between the US and China. It supports a whole-food, vegan diet to reduce the risk of chronic diseases like coronary artery disease, diabetes, breast cancer, prostate cancer and colon cancer

A thorough history of osteopathic physicians in America from the beginnings with Dr A. T. Still to present day.

Although not necessarily related to medicine, the book described common biases and heuristics that humans use and the errors they cause. Being mindful of these biases certainly helps in daily life but definitely with the approach to medicine.

A wonderfully written memoir by a neurosurgeon dealing with metastatic lung cancer. Truly a must read.

A collection of stories from a great storyteller and cancer physician, focusing on the power of kindness and the joy of living. If you like this book, also check out her other book Kitchen Table Wisdom, a collection of stories addressing spiritual issues like suffering, meaning, love, faith, courage and miracles.

A touching, well written memoir of a father dealing with a son with substance abuse. Truly captures the effect addiction can have on families.

An inspirational account of how patients can participate in their own recovery and the innate healing abilities of the human body.

One of the best books I have read regarding the science of sleep and the consequences of not getting enough.