Units: 4
Hours: Seminar, 3 hours; written work and extra reading, 3 hours, Prerequisite(s): admission to University Honors or consent of instructor
Catalog page 575
Description: Introduces psychological theory and research on the physician-patient relationship, focusing on communication, patient adherence, and the outcomes of care. Explores how recent changes in health care delivery and financing affect trust in the therapeutic relationship. Considers issues of medical ethics.
Credit: Satisfactory (S) or No Credit (NC) grading is not available.