Richard K. Thomas
Personal Information
Description
Richard K. Thomas, Ph.D., is an American who has spent his entire professional career (30+ years) in health services research, marketing, planning, and business development. Dr. Thomas is currently on the faculties of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (Preventive Medicine) and the University of St. Francis (healthcare administration). He has authored and co-authored several books on the subject of healthcare management and administration.
Books
Health and Healthcare in the United States
Compendium of health-related statistics presented for each county and metropolitan area in the United States. Includes data on demographics, vital statistics, healthcare resources, and Medicare.
The Demography of Health and Healthcare Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analys
Society and health
"For the first time, a guide to the sociology of health and healthcare that addresses the needs of both sociologist and healthcare professionals is available. Written by a career health professional with a medical sociology background, Society and Health: Sociology for Health Professionals applies sociological concepts to current healthcare issues, incorporates the latest findings from health services research, and provides clear examples of the uses of sociology in understanding the U.S. healthcare system. Each chapter contains illustrative boxed material, exhibits highlighting key information, suggestions for further reading, and websites that provide more useful information."--Jacket.