It is far more important to know what sort of person has the disease, rather than what sort of disease the person has. - Hippocrates

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It is far more important to know what sort of person has the disease, rather than what sort of disease the person has.

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About Hippocrates

Hippocrates (Ἱπποκράτης) of Kos (c. 460 BC - 377 BC) was an ancient Greek physician who is referred to as the "father of medicine".

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Native Name: Ἱπποκράτης
Alternative Names: Hippokrates Hippokrates of Kos Hippocrates of Cos Hippocrates II
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