0005 586H Humanities
Health and Human Rights

Instructor(s): Daniel Berg MD, MPH Assistant Professor of Medicine Division of Hospital Medicine Student Coordinators:

Course Summary:

There is a strong belief among many physicians that our responsibilities extend beyond our individual patients to our communities, countries and even to our entire world. A humanities selective is an excellent forum for interested students to actively learn and discuss the impact of human rights violations on health. Topics discussed include torture, effects of land mines, prison health care, war crimes including sexual violence and public health effects of political conflicts (e.g. Afghanistan). Each meeting will consist of a brief presentation, and then a discussion on the topic. There will be a different presenter for each topic. Readings will be provided.

Teaching Objective:

Course Requirements:
· Attend all class sessions and participate in class discussions.
· Complete the required readings.
· Complete the course evaluation form.

Class Format:

· Presentations
· Discussion

Time:

6:00-7:30 p.m.


Date:

1/06/2010
1/13/2010
1/20/2010
1/27/2010
2/03/2010
2/10/2010


Location:

Farrell Learning and Teaching Center small group room 204