SOCIOLOGY 305 - Medical Sociology

Institution:

Illinois Wesleyan University

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Description:

Examines issues of power and the social construction of knowledge with regard to health and illness. Topics include aspects of the evolution of medical institutions, cultural and social definitions of health and illness, the training of doctors, and issues of power and control in themedical profession. Junior or senior standing. Offered in alternate years.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.iwu.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 556-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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