Medical anthropology is a subfield of anthropology that focuses on the intersection between culture, health, and illness. Researchers in this field study how cultural beliefs, practices, and social structures influence health, healthcare systems, and the experience of illness. Medical anthropologists often work to understand how different cultural contexts shape people's beliefs about health and illness, as well as how these beliefs impact healthcare practices and outcomes. They may also study issues such as biomedical ethics, access to healthcare, and the social determinants of health. Overall, medical anthropology seeks to provide a holistic understanding of health and illness by considering both biological and cultural factors.