Alan Bleakley
Medical Humanities: Ethics, Aesthetics, Politics
Medical Humanities: Ethics, Aesthetics, Politics
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The medical humanities actively reveals and restores the therapeutic qualities of medicine, addressing the issues of contemporary biomedicine. It explores the concept of "critical" from a Marxist perspective to democratize medicine and includes practice examples and "future perfect" suggestions.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 22 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
The medical humanities play a proactive role as a therapeutic medium, aimed at revealing and restoring the intrinsic qualities of medicine. It draws attention to the current state of contemporary biomedicine, which is facing various challenges. Within the project of democratizing medicine, Marxist scholars explore the concept of "critical" from their perspective. This critical approach seeks to challenge the dominant narratives and power structures within the medical profession and promote a more equitable and inclusive healthcare system.
The medical humanities incorporate practice examples and "future perfect" suggestions to expand the possibilities of this field. By integrating the humanities, such as literature, philosophy, and the arts, medical professionals can gain a deeper understanding of the human experience and improve their patient care. This interdisciplinary approach can lead to more compassionate and effective medical treatments, as well as a broader appreciation of the complexities of healthcare systems.
In conclusion, the medical humanities offer a valuable perspective on medicine that goes beyond the purely scientific and clinical aspects. By embracing the humanities, medical professionals can enhance their understanding of the patient's experience, improve communication, and promote more equitable and effective healthcare systems. This field has the potential to transform the way we approach medicine and improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities worldwide.
Weight: 346g
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032467849
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