Good Doctors

Discover the powerful narrative of Good Doctors by John Dittmer, published by the University Press of Mississippi in 2017. This compelling book spans 344 pages and delves into the pivotal role of medical professionals during the summer of 1964, as they formed the Medical Committee for Human Rights (MCHR). Primarily composed of white, northern physicians, this group dedicated their efforts to providing essential care and support to civil rights activists fighting for social justice. Dittmer, an award-winning historian, offers an insightful and moving account of these idealists who embraced the belief that “Health Care Is a Human Right.” This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of health care reform, civil rights, and the history of social justice in the United States. Join the conversation about health services accessibility and the legacy of those who dared to make a difference.