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LoC No.: 06026486
Title: Essays In Pastoral Medicine
Credits: Produced by Don Kostuch
Summary: "Essays in Pastoral Medicine" by Austin O'Malley and James J. Walsh is a collection of medical essays written in the early 20th century. The work explores the intersection of medicine and moral theology, aiming to provide physicians and clergy with guidance on ethically complex medical issues faced in pastoral care. The essays focus on topics such as ectopic gestation, various diseases, and the ethical considerations surrounding medical practices, all aimed at fostering a better understanding and cooperation between healthcare providers and pastoral leaders. The opening of the book introduces the concept of pastoral medicine, highlighting its significance in assisting pastors and physicians in navigating moral dilemmas tied to medical practice. In the preface, the authors discuss the complexities of topics like ectopic pregnancy and outline the need for an ongoing dialogue between medical and theological perspectives. They emphasize that while the medical field evolves rapidly, the ethical frameworks guiding decisions often lag behind, necessitating thorough discussions and clear principles to help practitioners make responsible decisions in life-and-death situations. Overall, this introduction establishes a thoughtful and scholarly approach to an evolving field where medicine meets moral duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 49.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: O'Malley, Austin, 1858-1932
Author: Walsh, James J. (James Joseph), 1865-1942
EBook No.: 39036
Published: Mar 3, 2012
Downloads: 611
Language: English
Subject: Medicine
Subject: First aid in illness and injury
LoCC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 06026486
Title: Essays In Pastoral Medicine
Credits: Produced by Don Kostuch
Summary: "Essays in Pastoral Medicine" by Austin O'Malley and James J. Walsh is a collection of medical essays written in the early 20th century. The work explores the intersection of medicine and moral theology, aiming to provide physicians and clergy with guidance on ethically complex medical issues faced in pastoral care. The essays focus on topics such as ectopic gestation, various diseases, and the ethical considerations surrounding medical practices, all aimed at fostering a better understanding and cooperation between healthcare providers and pastoral leaders. The opening of the book introduces the concept of pastoral medicine, highlighting its significance in assisting pastors and physicians in navigating moral dilemmas tied to medical practice. In the preface, the authors discuss the complexities of topics like ectopic pregnancy and outline the need for an ongoing dialogue between medical and theological perspectives. They emphasize that while the medical field evolves rapidly, the ethical frameworks guiding decisions often lag behind, necessitating thorough discussions and clear principles to help practitioners make responsible decisions in life-and-death situations. Overall, this introduction establishes a thoughtful and scholarly approach to an evolving field where medicine meets moral duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 49.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: O'Malley, Austin, 1858-1932
Author: Walsh, James J. (James Joseph), 1865-1942
EBook No.: 39036
Published: Mar 3, 2012
Downloads: 611
Language: English
Subject: Medicine
Subject: First aid in illness and injury
LoCC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.