“The theory of medicine, therefore, presents what is useful in thought, but does not indicate how it is to be applied in practice-the mode of operation of these principles. The theory, when mastered, gives us a certain kind of knowledge. Thus we say, for example, there are three forms of fevers and nine constitutions. The practice of medicine is not the work which the physician carries out, but is that branch of medical knowledge which, when acquired, enables one to form an opinion upon which to base the proper plan of treatment.”
Quote by Avicenna
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The Canon of Medicine (al-Qānūn Fī'l-ṭibb)
The Canon of Medicine is a seminal work in the history of medicine, offering an extensive and detailed exploration of medical practices, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and surgery. Composed by the renowned Persian physician Avicenna, the text has been influential in shaping medical thought and practice throughout the Islamic world and beyond, serving as a primary source for medical education for centuries. more
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