HI 231

This course introduces main themes in the history of Western medicine, and traces the changing experience of health, disease, and the healing professions from the 18th century to the early 20th century. Topics may include: European and indigenous medical practices; contagious and epidemic disease; the evolving professionalization of the medical and allied health practitioners; the history of race, gender, and the body; the social meanings of disease; the changing doctor patient-relationship; and the role of ethics in medical practice.