The Healthcare Professional as Friend and Healer: Building on the Work of Edmund D. Pellegrino

by David C . Thomasma (Editor), David C . Thomasma ( Editor ) (Author), JudithLeeKissell(Editor) (Author), JudithLeeKissell (Editor)

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  Illuminates issues in medical ethics revolving around the complex bond between healer and patient, focusing on friendship and other important values in the healing relationship. This book explores the role of the health professional, the moral basis of health care, and greater emphasis on the humanities in medical education.