Qing Li
Department of Psychology, Fu-Jen Catholic University
The present essay presents the story and an analysis of one barefoot doctor’s medical service practice within the contexts of the developmental history of mainland China. The author grew up in the rural area of mainland China. While studying in university, the author became interested in medical social work and became concerned with health care services. After moving to Taiwan, the author found opportunities to practice medical social work service. Through inquiries into relevant historical, social, and cultural contexts, the present essay situates the Chinese medicine and Western medicine services within practice, and presents possible field developments of recovery as a combination of Chinese and Western medicine among other diverse practices.
Keywords: Chinese medicine, barefoot doctor, rural medical health services