Medical Terminology

4 credits · Undergraduate

Many of the medical and scientific terms we use are derived from ancient Greek and Latin. Learning ancient Greek and Latin word elements will enable you to discover etymological techniques for deciphering new and unknown terms. The ancient Hippocratic Oath and other texts by ancient medical writers on topics such as neurological disorders and women’s health will be read to learn about how ancient physicians were trained and what it was like to be a patient. This class will provide you with semantic skills in preparation for or advanced work in the medical and biological sciences and has traditionally enhanced students’ performance in taking standardized examinations utilizing medical vocabulary. No knowledge of Greek or Latin is required.