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Call The Doctor: A Social History Of Medical Men

Call The Doctor: A Social History Of Medical Men

Turner, E. S.

Hardcover

Medical Reference19th Century United States HistoryGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1104838613
ISBN13: 9781104838614
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jul 23 2009
Pages: 322
Weight: 1.41
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Call The Doctor: A Social History Of Medical Men by E.S. Turner is a comprehensive account of the role of doctors in society throughout history. The book explores the evolution of medicine from ancient times to the modern era, chronicling the advancements and setbacks in medical practice and the changing social status of doctors.Turner delves deep into the lives of medical men and women, examining their education, training, and professional experiences. He also explores the various challenges that doctors have faced over the years, including the rise of quackery, the emergence of alternative medicine, and the ongoing struggle for professional recognition and respect.Throughout the book, Turner highlights the fascinating stories of individual doctors who have made significant contributions to the field of medicine, from Hippocrates and Galen to Edward Jenner and Florence Nightingale. He also examines the impact of major historical events, such as the Black Death and the World Wars, on the practice of medicine.Call The Doctor is a thought-provoking and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the social and cultural contexts that have shaped the profession.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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