Hippocrates was a physician that lived in classical Greece. He is often referred to as the father of modern medicine because of his role in setting up medicine as a separate entity from religion and superstitions. He also introduced important medical notions such as the importance of moderation, living where the air is good, and cleanliness. Also he introduced the practice of supporting the body while it heals itself. One of his most important contributions to medicine was his Hippocratic Oath which may not have been written by him. This oath outlines the things a doctor should never do and is still used in an altered form today. Finally, he made several drastic medical discoveries that still have direct impact today such as the discovery of aspirin. In this site we will explore the fundamental question about Hippocrates:
How much was Hippocrates influenced by the values of the Greek society and how much did his values and achievements influence the society around him?