SOC 349 - Medical Sociology

Institution:

Salem State University

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Description:

This course explores the social factors that influence the delivery and consumption of medical and health care in the United States. The roles of medicine and of the health care provider and the patient are examined in a variety of settings. Specific issues confronting American medicine are considered, and the health care delivery system is compared with systems from other countries. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: SOC201 or permission of Department Chairperson.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.salemstate.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 542-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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