Aeschines (physician)
Aeschines was an ancient Greek physician, who lived around the 4th century BC. He was a student of the famous physician Hippocrates, and is mentioned by the medical writer Caelius Aurelianus.
Life and Work[edit | edit source]
Aeschines was a contemporary of Plato and Aristotle, and was known for his medical knowledge. He was a student of Hippocrates, the father of medicine, and is mentioned by the medical writer Caelius Aurelianus.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Aeschines' work and teachings have had a significant impact on the field of medicine. His contributions to the field are still recognized today, and he is considered one of the pioneers of ancient Greek medicine.
References[edit | edit source]
- Caelius Aurelianus, On Acute Diseases and On Chronic Diseases
- Plato, Phaedrus
- Aristotle, Politics
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