PHIL 4410 Philosophy and Medicine

A survey of key themes in biomedical ethics and the epistemology of medical science. Topics include: informed consent and substitute decision-making; justice and healthcare; abortion; and evidence-based medicine.

Course overview

Department: Philosophy
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Periodically

Catalog details

Prerequisites: Completion of Philosophy Core

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Requirements fulfilled

Philosophy: Free Philosophy electives (five courses, 15 credits); up to two approved cognate courses in other departments may also count (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)

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Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-10-09. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Marius Stan
Spring 2027

Sections

Section 01
Spring 2027 · Marius Stan · Stokes Hall 113S TuTh 04:30PM-05:45PM · Offered