Hipócrates

Hipócrates was an ancient Greek physician who lived during the Age of Pericles. He is widely regarded as one of the most outstanding figures in the history of medicine. He founded the Hippocratic school of medicine, which revolutionized medical practice in ancient Greece. Hippocrates is credited with being the first to believe that diseases were caused by natural causes, rather than by supernatural forces or divine punishment. He emphasized observation, diagnosis, and prognosis.

His most famous contribution is the Hippocratic Oath, a set of ethical principles for physicians, which has influenced medical ethics for centuries. While the oath in its original form is no longer in common use, its spirit of patient care and professional conduct remains a cornerstone of medical practice. The Hippocratic Corpus, a collection of medical texts, is also attributed to him and his followers. These texts cover a wide range of medical conditions and treatments, providing invaluable insights into ancient medical knowledge. Hippocrates' teachings and his systematic approach to medicine laid the foundation for modern Western medicine.