Erich E.H. Loewy Libri

Challenging conventional perspectives on patient-clinician relationships, the author delves into the flawed assumptions that underpin these views. The text explores how these beliefs are often accepted uncritically and examines their significant impact on behaviors and attitudes within healthcare. By scrutinizing these dominant paradigms, the author aims to foster a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in patient care and the dynamics of clinical interactions.

This chapter explores the history of medicine and its ethics, emphasizing that understanding past cultures can inform our current and future ethical practices. It highlights the interplay between historical events, contemporary cultural anthropology, and the evolution of medical ethics within society.