I Swear by Apollo...: Classical Mythology and the Art of Clinical Medicine

About the Book

I Swear by Apollo... provides a fascinating and detailed perspective on the link between classical mythology and clinical medicine, highlighting how much these myths of old influence contemporary thinking when it comes to understanding, diagnosing, and treating disease. This book is thought-provoking for both established physicians and laypeople alike, and uncovers many insights into the ideology of modern medicine. "It also underscores the inviolability of fundamental laws of science and mathematics and their linkages to clinical disease states."

About the Author

Noel I. Robin, M.D., M.A.C.P is Chair Emeritus of the Department of Medicine at Stamford Hospital in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, he is a Professor of Clinical Medicine at Columbia University, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, and Professor of Internal Medicine at Frank M. Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University. Throughout his career, he has been the recipient of numerous awards including six teaching awards from Columbia University and the Virginia Apgon Award from the Fairfield County Medical Association for "Excellence in Medical Education and Research." Dr. Robin is also an accomplished violinist and pianist.

Author: M. a. C. P. Robin
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing Co.
Published: 03/01/2024
Pages: 202
Weight: 0.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d
ISBN: 9798886836455