Hippocrates

HIPPOCRATES (Greek, c. 460-370 BCE)

A Greek physician considered one of the most outstanding figures in the history of medicine, and traditionally referred to as the "Father of Medicine." His school established medicine as a discipline distinct from others (like magic and philosophy) and made it a profession. A modern version of the "Hippocratic Oath" (written originally by him or his followers) is still a legal requirement in some jurisdictions.

• In the modern version of the "Hippocratic Oath" (which reflects the principles of the "original") the practitioner swears to:
• respect and transmit the principles of science
• apply the appropriate amount of treatment
• remember the art as well as the science of medicine
• be willing to say "I know not" and consult with colleagues
• respect the privacy of patients
• not play at God
• remember the humanity of the patient
• prevent disease whenever possible
• be an upstanding member of society

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