History of Medicine Lecture Series
2006–2007 |
The Robert U. Massey History of Medicine Society is an association of individuals interested in presentations and discussions on the history of medicine. The Society seeks to foster an understanding of medicine's historical context and an appreciation for the cultural and social settings in which medical developments have taken place. The Society also seeks to encourage health sciences students to acquire an appreciation for their historical heritage. The Society is affiliated with the University of Connecticut Health Center.
About Robert U. Massey, M.D.
The Society has been named in honor of Robert U. Massey, M.D., dean of the University of Connecticut School of Medicine from 1971 to 1985. Dr. Massey served as editor of Connecticut Medicine from 1986 to 1999 and was the editor of the Journal of the History of Medicine and Allied Sciences from 1987 to 1991. Dr. Massey has also taught in the School of Medicine’s History of Medicine elective course, and has an abiding personal interest in this subject.
Membership
The Society is open to those who have an interest in the history of medicine. A roster of members is maintained in the Department of Community Medicine's Division of Medical Humanities, Health Law and Ethics. Those who wish to be included on the membership roster should notify this department to be included on the mailing list for Society lectures. The willingness of members to present lectures or recommend speakers contributes to the Society's ability to maintain community interest and attract new members.
Meeting Times
The Society meets the second Tuesday of the month, October through April, at 6 p.m. in the Health Center’s Low Learning Center (formerly called the Link Room, CG076). The Henry B. C. Low, M.D. Learning Center is one floor below the Hospital Main Entrance.
Registration Information
To register for any of the series lectures, please call UConnLink at 860-679-7692 (local) or 800-535-6232 (toll free).
More Information
For further information about the lecture series or the Massey History of Medicine Society, please contact contact Ralph Arcari, Ph.D. at Arcari@nso.uchc.edu.