The city of London, dating back to AD 47, will serve as our classroom, showcasing how past understanding of health has been transformed into modern healthcare practices.” - Dr. Elizabeth Gordon
Course:
Health through the Ages: Evolution of Healthcare in London
Program Dates:
June 23, 2024 - July 8, 2024
Honors Credit:
Available
WKU Course:
HCA 347 / HCA 572
Discipline(s):
Public Health , Nursing
Course Description:
History doesn't repeat itself but it often rhymes. Explore how past understanding of health, disease, and medical treatment, public health policies, and healthcare practices continue to reverberate today. The city of London, dating back to AD 47 and the Roman empire, will serve as our backdrop providing historical insights through visits to sites such as Old Operating Theatre and the Florence Nightingale Museum. Perspectives on modern-day impacts will be gained from hospital visits and interactions with healthcare professionals, with attention to how the UK healthcare model compares/contrasts with the US. This course is designed for future healthcare professionals across disciplines.
Prerequisites:
None
Physical Activity Requirements:
Contact Faculty
Course Highlights:
The city of London, dating back to AD 47, will serve as our classroom, showcasing how past understanding of health has been transformed into modern healthcare practices.” - Dr. Elizabeth Gordon