Lois Ritter earned a doctorate in education and master's degrees in health science, health care administration, and cultural and social anthropology. She has taught at the university level for more than 20 years and has led national and regional research studies on a broad range of public health topics. Donald H. Graham is an attorney and holds a master's degree in urban affairs. He has developed and managed client-centered and culturally appropriate health and human service programs for more than 30 years.
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Praise for Previous Editions: "This book provides an informative approach at the role of culture in health disparities that aids health care practitioners and public health professionals in delivery of culturally-sensitive and effective delivery of care to individuals." Jane Burrell, M.S., R.D.N, C.D.N, Syracuse University "A practical and well-balanced coverage of the potential implications of multiple kinds of culture for health-related services. Cynthia Cress, University of Nebraska-Lincoln "A comprehensive resource for a range of learners focusing on the depth and breadth of sociocultural issues in health. Kimberly S. Peer, EdD, ATC, FNATA, Kent State University "This textbook provides excellent case studies that align with the importance of health care professionals being culturally competent." Sylvia H Ruff EdD, MSN RN-BC, Xavier University "This is a perfect book for a course that covers both culture and health!" Sachiyo Shearman, East Carolina University "This text can provide a variety of healthcare professionals information to guide the beginning of their journey to become culturally competent." Samantha Washington, Southeast Missouri State University