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The sociology of medical regulation: an introduction

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posted on 2013-10-21, 11:20 authored by Martyn Chamberlain
This book provides a comprehensive examination of the complex issues surrounding the regulation of the medical profession. It offers up-to-date information on the current legislative framework and institutional arrangements surrounding the regulation in the United Kingdom. Well organized and written in an accessible way, it offers an insight into key sociological theories surrounding medical regulation. It gives a historically situated analysis of the contemporary relationship between medicine, the state and the public, and an overview of relevant social scientific research. Case studies highlight the practical or applied circumstances in which issues can occur. Readers will gain insight into possible future directions for medical governance.

History

School

  • Social Sciences

Department

  • Communication, Media, Social and Policy Studies

Citation

CHAMBERLAIN, J.M., 2012. The sociology of medical regulation: an introduction. New York and Amsterdam: Springer.

Publisher

Springer

Version

  • NA (Not Applicable or Unknown)

Publication date

2012

ISBN

9789400748965

Language

  • en