Norman Gevitz
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Norman Gevitz, PhD is a medical historian. He has written numerous books and papers on the history of medicine
in the United States and England. He is perhaps best known for his book, The D.O.s, about osteopathic physicians in the United States. He is currently a professor at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine.
History of medicine
All human societies have medical beliefs that provide explanations for birth, death, and disease. Throughout history, illness has been attributed to witchcraft, demons, astral influence, or the will of the gods...
in the United States and England. He is perhaps best known for his book, The D.O.s, about osteopathic physicians in the United States. He is currently a professor at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine.