Health Systems and Human Dignity

Catalog description

This course builds on students’ knowledge about the social, political, and economic environment of health care, and examines the impact of these forces on the organizations that deliver care. It explores the organizational structures and values of the medical and public health systems, examines the roles and functions of health professionals in these systems, and analyzes the interactions within and across various organizations that deliver care. The course examines the requirements for delivering quality care in various settings and analyzes models for improving quality in a variety of settings across the care continuum.