Abstract
This paper examines how genetic testing affects the relationships between patients and physicians. The literature review explores the following themes:patient-physician relationships, HIPAA, confidentiality, and doctor behavior. Through this qualitative research, the theories of Weber and Foucault are applied to analyze how power shapes the structure of medical institutions. A qualitative research study was conducted by interviewing six physicians from different backgrounds to gain more information on this topic. Recurring themes from the interviews were teamwork, trust, communication, ethical questions, and fear for patients. This research study factors into a broader sociological question of how genetic testing shapes relationships with doctors and the roles of power through structure in medical institutions.
Advisor
Fitz Gibbon, Heather
Department
Sociology and Anthropology
Recommended Citation
Souza-Young, Ruby, "How does Genetic Testing Affect The Relationship between Patients and Physicians410" (2025). Senior Independent Study Theses. Paper 11650.
https://openworks.wooster.edu/independentstudy/11650
Keywords
Genetic testing, Biopower, Structure
Publication Date
2025
Degree Granted
Bachelor of Arts
Document Type
Senior Independent Study Thesis
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