Hippocrates
Greek physician
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Why Is Hippocrates Influential?
(Suggest an Edit or Addition)According to Wikipedia, Hippocrates of Kos , also known as Hippocrates II, was a Greek physician of the classical period who is considered one of the most outstanding figures in the history of medicine. He is traditionally referred to as the "Father of Medicine" in recognition of his lasting contributions to the field, such as the use of prognosis and clinical observation, the systematic categorization of diseases, or the formulation of humoral theory. The Hippocratic school of medicine revolutionized ancient Greek medicine, establishing it as a discipline distinct from other fields with which it had traditionally been associated , thus establishing medicine as a profession.
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What Are Hippocrates's Academic Contributions?
Hippocrates has made the following academic contributions:
