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Aretaeus of Cappadocia

0100-01-01 – 0200-01-01

Portrait of Aretaeus of Cappadocia
Aretaeus of CappadociaCredit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

Aretaeus (Ancient Greek: Ἀρεταῖος) is one of the most celebrated of the ancient Greek physicians. Little is known of his life. He was ethnically Greek, born in the Roman province of Cappadocia, Asia Minor (modern day Turkey), and most likely lived in the second half of the second century AD. He is generally styled "the Cappadocian" (Καππάδοξ).

Occupation & Career

physician

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

On the causes and signs of acute and chronic diseases

Legacy Highlights

Notable Work

On the causes and signs of acute and chronic diseases

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q505931 — wikidata View source

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