The Health Professions: Trends And Opportunities in U.s. Health

This major new text provides a timely introduction to the health professions, offering readers valuable information and guidance on a career in health care. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving field and opportunities within the U.S. healthcare system, delivery of healthcare services, disparities in health care, health literacy, the internet and health, voluntary and governmental healthcare agencies, choosing a career in health care, offers overviews of various careers in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, allied health, and much more.