STSO 4420 - History of Medicine

This seminar surveys the history of medicine through discussion and analysis of secondary literature exploring central and key themes from the age of the Enlightenment up through recent history. Topics will include the history of the profession and practice of medicine, public health, disease, historical memory, education, the state, policy, institutions, and race, class, and gender in the history of medicine.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: STSO 1110 STSO 2500 or STSO 2520

When Offered: Fall term, odd-numbered years.

Credit Hours: 4