Hippocrates

The Father of Medicine (460–370 BCE)

Hippocrates of Kos revolutionized medicine by separating it from superstition and viewing illness as a natural phenomenon. His ethical and rational approach formed the foundation of clinical medicine as we know it.

He and his followers compiled the Hippocratic Corpus, a collection of medical texts emphasizing careful observation, diagnosis, and patient care. The famous Hippocratic Oath remains a moral cornerstone for physicians worldwide.

“Wherever the art of medicine is loved, there is also a love of humanity.”

Hippocrates transformed healing from mystical ritual to professional science. His wisdom and compassion continue to inspire every doctor, healer, and humanitarian across centuries.

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