BIOL 479 - Issues in Health Care

1 Credit(s)

All health care providers face dilemmas. Does a patient have the right to end their own life with the help of a physician? How far should technology be allowed to go in the treatment of patients? Who has the right to health care and at what level? Through readings, discussion, and the writing of position papers, students will learn about the ethical issues of health care. This course will also cover some of the factors students need to consider when applying to health care programs. A minimum of Junior standing required. Spring.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 311 or CHEM 342 or BIOL 320 or CHEM 425.