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The Influence of Edmund D. Pellegrinos Philosophy of Medicine
David C. . Ed(S): Thomasma
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Paperback. Editor(s): Thomasma, David C. Num Pages: 215 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: HB; HPQ; MBDC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 349.
This volume is dedicated to the philosophy of medicine advanced by Edmund D. Pellegrino, a renowned physician educator and philosopher. Pellegrino's thinking about the philosophy of medicine centers on the importance of illness in the life of the patient, and the professional relationship established by promising to alleviate suffering. From this relationship norms are established that contribute to the staying power of medicine as a moral enterprise.
Chapters are included from established thinkers and newcomers to the field, all of whom have been influenced by Pellegrino. Some chapters ... Read more
This volume is dedicated to the philosophy of medicine advanced by Edmund D. Pellegrino, a renowned physician educator and philosopher. Pellegrino's thinking about the philosophy of medicine centers on the importance of illness in the life of the patient, and the professional relationship established by promising to alleviate suffering. From this relationship norms are established that contribute to the staying power of medicine as a moral enterprise.
Chapters are included from established thinkers and newcomers to the field, all of whom have been influenced by Pellegrino. Some chapters ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Number of pages
215
Condition
New
Number of Pages
215
Place of Publication
Dordrecht, Netherlands
ISBN
9789048147960
SKU
V9789048147960
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