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Philosophy for Medicine Kay Mohanna

Philosophy for Medicine By Kay Mohanna

Philosophy for Medicine by Kay Mohanna


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Summary

This text offers a concise explanation of how philosophical concepts underpin much medical activity, and how being aware of this can improve everyday practice. It is not a basic introduction to philosophy, but restricts itself to those aspects that have a direct impact on medical professionals.

Philosophy for Medicine Summary

Philosophy for Medicine: Applications in a Clinical Context by Kay Mohanna

This revised and updated edition addresses changes within the NHS and European legislation that impact on teaching and learning in healthcare. It draws on working practice and theoretical knowledge in the changing healthcare environment and should be of interest to doctors, nurses, training and development managers working within primary and secondary care.

Table of Contents

An introduction to philosophy of medicine. The clinical encounter as the core of the medicine. The problem of knowledge in medicine. Guilt, shame and medicine. Cultural assumptions in medical theory and practice. The aesthetics of clinical practice. Uncertainty in medicine. Philosophy of medicine and changing traditions. Medicine as a moral enterprise. My first fifty years in medical theory, practice and philosophy of medicine.

Additional information

GOR004685248
9781857759433
1857759435
Philosophy for Medicine: Applications in a Clinical Context by Kay Mohanna
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Taylor & Francis Ltd
2003-11-30
216
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