A History of Medicine with Contemporary Application for Personal and Professional Development 2.5 Credits/Maximum of 2.5

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This course will progress in a linear fashion through the historical context of the development of medicine as a profession. The sessions will be themed and include such transitions as the professional journey from description to scientific method, from priest to clinician, and from low to high patient expectations. Illustrations will include the life and contributions of historical figures beginning with Hippocrates and Galen. Student facilitated discussion will be directed toward identification of parallels between historical and modern-day applications. Students will be asked to reflect on comparisons between past and present practice philosophy, patient relationships, and end goals of the healing process. The class will engage in the study of historical text and personalities to prepare students for their own continuing professional development. A reflective paper from each student on a topic of choice will be shared in group discussion during the last session.