Our Lords, the Sick comprises eighteen essays in medical humanism, the history of medicine, and health care delivery. They are the John P. McGovern Lectures to the American Osler Society during the past two decades. Each of the essays, given by eminent physicians, historians, and educators, are timeless in their relevance to medicine and health care delivery. In many respects they are lay sermons on the philosophy and ethics of health care, ministering to the sick, and professionalism. The contributors, from differing ...
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Our Lords, the Sick comprises eighteen essays in medical humanism, the history of medicine, and health care delivery. They are the John P. McGovern Lectures to the American Osler Society during the past two decades. Each of the essays, given by eminent physicians, historians, and educators, are timeless in their relevance to medicine and health care delivery. In many respects they are lay sermons on the philosophy and ethics of health care, ministering to the sick, and professionalism. The contributors, from differing backgrounds and with different points of view, discuss social and cultural factors that have influenced the history of medicine and medical humanism.
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Fine. Our Lords, the Sick: Mcgovern Lectures in the History of Medicine and Medical Humanism, edited by Lawrence D. Longo with a foreword by Philip M. Teigen, is a hardcover First Edition, 3rd Impression. This copy is in Like New condition and does not include a dust jacket, which was almost certainly not issued by the publisher. The covers are pristine, featuring sharp, square corners and firm spine caps. Its binding is square and tight, ensuring durability. There is minor abrasion on the front flyleaf, while the interior pages are clean, bright, and appear untouched. The book brings together eighteen essays exploring medical humanism, the history of medicine, and health care delivery. These essays were originally presented as the John P. McGovern Lectures to the American Osler Society over the past twenty years. Authored by distinguished physicians, historians, and educators, the essays transcend time in their philosophical and ethical reflections on health care. Many of the entries can be seen as "lay sermons, " addressing the responsibilities involved in ministering to the sick and emphasizing professionalism in medicine. The contributors, with their diverse expertise and viewpoints, offer thought-provoking insights into the cultural and social influences shaping both the history of medicine and the ethos of medical humanism. To ensure safe shipment, the book will be carefully packaged with protective materials. A USPS electronic tracking number will be included at no additional cost. For further details or additional images of the book, feel free to reach out. 243 pages.
