At the Interface of Culture & Medicine

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Thirteen essays open an important dialogue in the emerging field of medical culture. In this ground-breaking contribution to the emerging field of medical culture, twenty-five professionals in various fields of medicine have contributed thirteen papers on topics from the perception of skills of international medical graduates to conflicting expectations of patient care to differing methodologies used by professionals from various cultures. Medical educators, practitioners, sociologists, and policy makers will find this book makes a significant foray into an under-explored sector of research.