COURSE DESCRIPTION

Dr. Roy Carman will present a colorful cast of characters (history) that gradually demystified the causes of disease and discovered effective treatments from ancient times to the present. Dr. Seth Malin will offer commentary on the assigned reading (literature) of the week, after which there will be discussion. Among the themes to be covered are authority, informed consent, truth in medical research, medical ethics and more.

COURSE LEADER
Dr. Roy Carman is a retired gastroenterologist. He has taught the history of medicine to medical students. Dr. Seth Malin is a retired general surgeon who takes refuge in good literature and music. They have taught two previous Evergreen Forum courses: Medicine, the History and the Mystery and Visions of America.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Please note: This Evergreen Forum course offers a in-person experience only which means it will not be recorded. Any general questions or concerns about this event should be directed to CMAP at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by calling 609-751-9699.

Location Update: Due to recent damage at the NSK building, some Evergreen Forum course locations may change. We are currently assessing the necessary repairs and will finalize all class locations in the coming weeks. Final locations will be shared as soon as the repair schedule is clear. We appreciate your patience as we work to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all participants.

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REFUND INFORMATION
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