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A.V. Vaisburg
The dynamics of development of sociology of medicine in Russia is described. The results of the sociological study of opinions of residents of the Central Federal District of the Russian Federation are given. The main sources of obtaining information about paid medical services in commercial organizations in the Central Federal District are revealed. The main motives for the use and non-use of paid medical services in commercial organizations by residents are studied. The most frequently chosen paid medical institutions in Tver were determined. The key factors influencing patients' choice of paid medical services in commercial organizations are characterized.
sociology of medicine, paid medical services, commercial medical organizations, patient.