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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What Greek scientist is known as the “father of medicine”?
A
Hippocrates
B
Pythagoras
C
Socrates
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hippocrates of Kos (460-377 Before Common Era, BCE) is universally recognized as the father of modern medicine, which is based on observation of clinical signs and rational conclusions, and does not rely on religious or magical beliefs.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hippocrates is considered to be the father of modern medicine because in his books, which are more than 70. He described in a scientific manner, many diseases and their treatment after detailed observation. He lived about 2400 years ago.

Detailed explanation-3: -460 BC, the Greek physician Hippocrates is considered the father of medicine, as he was the first known physician who believed that diseases were caused by some type of natural action instead of being instigated by the spirits or gods.

Detailed explanation-4: -Ibn Sina, the most eminent Muslim physician, illuminative philosopher, great thinker and a versatile genius is regarded as the “Father of Early Modern Medicine” and as the “Father of Clinical Pharmacology".

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