Patients, Doctors and Healers

Discover the intricate relationship between biomedicine and indigenous medicine with "Patients, Doctors and Healers" by Dorthe Brogård Kristensen. Published by Springer International Publishing AG in 2019, this enlightening hardback edition spans 228 pages, offering a deep dive into the cultural and personal dimensions of healthcare among the Mapuche community in Southern Chile. Kristensen skillfully examines how bodily experiences and medical choices shape notions of culture and personhood. This book is essential for anyone interested in the intersections of health, culture, and identity. Enhance your understanding of diverse medical practices and their implications by adding this thought-provoking title to your collection today!