Complete Works of Hippocrates - Hippocrates

Complete Works of Hippocrates

By Hippocrates

  • Release Date: 2025-03-20
  • Genre: Philosophy

Description

The Complete Works of Hippocrates is a collection of medical texts attributed to Hippocrates, the ancient Greek physician known as the "Father of Medicine." These writings, compiled in the Hippocratic Corpus, cover various aspects of medicine, including diagnosis, prognosis, ethics, and treatments. Key texts include The Oath of Hippocrates, Airs, Waters, Places, and On the Sacred Disease, reflecting early medical philosophy and practice. The collection emphasizes clinical observation, the natural causes of diseases, and ethical medical conduct. Though written over 2,000 years ago, Hippocratic principles continue to influence modern medicine. This collection is essential for historians, medical professionals, and anyone interested in the foundations of Western medical thought.