HIST 245 - History of Medicine

(3 credits)

Introduces students to the fundamentals of the history of medicine, covering significant intellectual and institutional developments, cultural processes and social change, which critically shaped and contributed to the formation of modern medicine. This course will be of particular interest to students enrolled in health science programs who seek to understand the historical foundations of the Western medical tradition. The history of medical professions, including Nursing, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, and Occupational Therapy, will be given special attention. Fall.