Routledge Sociology and Medicine: Selected Essays by P.M. Strong - Routledge

Explore the foundational connections between social structures and healthcare with Sociology and Medicine: Selected Essays by P.M. Strong. Published by Routledge, this volume brings together twelve major essays from a scholar who helped shape the field over twenty years of work. This collection addresses fundamental topics such as the relationship between doctors and patients, inter-professional rivalries, and the methods sociologists use to study vital health issues. Because many of these essays have been out of print or difficult to locate for years, this posthumous collection serves as a rare opportunity to access his most significant written contributions. Organized by theme, the book allows readers to follow the development of Strong's ideas throughout his career. It is an essential reference for students, academics, and professionals interested in the social dimensions of medicine and the history of sociological thought in health sciences.