ANTH 571B - Applied Medical Anthropology in Western Contexts

Institution:

University of Arizona

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Description:

Description: Investigations of the illness experience; symbolic interpretations of medicines and medical procedures; doctor-patient communications and illness narratives. Focuses on methods of data collection and presents case studies illustrating the application of methods in the study of designated health problem areas, interviewer transference and issues of reflexivity. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Prerequisite(s): ANTH 536A. Usually offered: Spring.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arizona.edu

Phone Number:

(520) 621-2211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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