Now in full color, the Seventh Edition of Stanfield's Introduction to Health Professions provides comprehensive coverage of all the major health professions. This valuable resource is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a health-related career but are still exploring and have not yet decided on a career. The Seventh Edition outlines more than 75 careers and touches on every major facet of the field including a description of the profession and typical work settings; educational, licensure, and certification requirements; salary and growth projections; and internet resources on educational programs. In addition, this text provides a thorough review of the U.S. healthcare delivery system, managed care, health care financing, reimbursement, insurance coverage, Medicare, Medicaid, and the impact of new technology on healthcare services. Information on career preparation and development is also included. All chapters are updated to reflect current demographics and new policies. Each section has also been thoroughly updated to reflect current training requirements, responsibilities, and salaries, as established in the 2016-2017 Occupational Outlook Handbook.

Preceded by Introduction to the health professions / Peggy S. Stanfield, Nanna Cross, Y.H. Hui. 6th ed. c2012.

Part 1 The Healthcare System in the United States. U.S. Health Care -- Categories of Health Services -- Paying for Health Services -- Aging, Health, and Long-Term Care -- \Health Care Reform -- Medical and Health Information Technology ; Part 2 Jobs and Careers. Health Career Planning -- Career Development ; Part 3 Healthcare Practitioners and Technicians. Physicians, Surgeons, and Podiatrists -- Physician Assistant -- Nursing -- Dentistry -- Dietetics -- Pharmacy -- Optometry -- Communication Impairment Professionals -- Physical Therapy, Orthotics, and Prosthetics -- Occupational Therapy -- Athletics Trainers and Exercise Physiologists -- Mental Health Professionals -- Social Workers -- Genetic Counselors -- Health Education -- Health Services Administration -- Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics -- Radiation Technology -- Diagnostic and Related Technology -- Respiratory Care Practitioners ;\Part 4 Healthcare Support Personnel. Clinical Laboratory Personnel -- Massage Therapists and Recreational Therapists -- Health Information Personnel -- Medical and Nursing Assistants -- Home, Personal, and Psychiatric Aides ; Part 5 Health-Related Professions. Veterinary Medicine -- Occupational Health and Environmental Science.