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The Social Transformation Of American Medicine: The Rise Of A Sovereign Profession And The Making Of A Vast Industry
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A Monumental Achievement (New York Times) And The Winner Of The Pulitzer Prize And The Bancroft Prize In American History, This Is A Landmark History Of The American Health Care System.Considered The Definitive History Of The American Health Care System, The Social Transformation Of American Medicine Examines How The Roles Of Doctors, Hospitals, Health Plans, And Government Programs Have Evolved Over The Last Two And A Half Centuries. How Did The Financially Insecure Medical Profession Of The Nineteenth Century Become A Prosperous One In The Twentieth? Why Was National Health Insurance Blocked? And Why Are Corporate Institutions Taking Over Our Medical System Today? Beginning In 1760 And Coming Up To The Present Day, Renowned Sociologist Paul Starr Traces The Decline Of Professional Sovereignty In Medicine, The Political Struggles Over Health Care, And The Rise Of A Corporate System.Updated With A New Preface And An Epilogue Analyzing Developments Since The Early 1980S, The Social Transformation Of American Medicine Is A Mustread For Anyone Concerned About The Future Of Our Fraught Health Care System.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Social Transformation of American Medicine'? A: The book explores the evolution of the American health care system over two and a half centuries, focusing on how the roles of doctors, hospitals, health plans, and government programs have changed.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Paul Starr, a renowned sociologist known for his analysis of the American health care system.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers without a medical background? A: Yes, the book is written for a general audience and provides a comprehensive overview of the history of health care in America, making it accessible for readers without a medical background.
- Q: What awards has this book received? A: The book has won the Pulitzer Prize and the Bancroft Prize in American History, highlighting its significance and scholarly achievement.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the second edition, which includes a new preface and an epilogue that analyzes developments in health care since the early 1980s.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 592 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Social Transformation of American Medicine' published? A: The book was published on May 30, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the decline of professional sovereignty in medicine, political struggles over health care, and the rise of corporate influence in the medical system.
- Q: Is this book considered a definitive history of American health care? A: Yes, it is regarded as a definitive history of the American health care system, making it a must-read for those interested in health care issues.