CIS 303 - History of Medicine

This is an interdisciplinary seminar format of selected topics by Davidson faculty from various departments as well as guest faculty from the fields of medicine, surgery, psychiatry and pharmacology.  Together we will trace the evolution from pre-historic through modern times of the interconnections of cultural, philosophical, ethical and religious influences on the development of the arts, humanities and sciences of the healing practices that characterize modern medicine.  The last two centuries will be emphasized to explain present day medical achievements and challenges in optimum health care delivery.