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“Medicine is not about conquering diseases and death, but about the alleviation of suffering, minimising harm, smoothing the painful journey of man to the grave.”

Quote by Petr Skrabanek

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Petr Skrabanek was a doctor renowned for his contributions to the history and philosophy of medicine. He was born on October 27, 1940, and passed away on June 21, 1994. more

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