Hippocrates and Galen

Question 1

Who was Hippocrates? (3)

Answer 1

1. Ancient Greek doctor
2. Came up with the Hippocratic method
3. Promoted the idea of the Four Humours.

Question 2

What is the Hippocratic method? (3)

Answer 2

Doctors should:

1. Don no harm to patients
2. Observe and record patients’ symptoms - clinical observation
3. Develop new ideas

Question 3

What is the significance of Hippocrates? (2)

Answer 3

1. Important at the time - Four Humours was used by Medieval doctors, and the promotion of a moderate diet and exercise ensured the longevity of the Ancient Greeks.
2. Relevant - Doctors today still take the Hippocratic Oath

Question 4

Who is Galen? (3)

Answer 4

1. Ancient Roman doctor
2. Developed theory of Four Humours further and created the treatment of opposites
3. Experimented on animals (e.g monkeys) b/c human dissection was forbidden - made mistakes about human anatomy b/c of this e.g thought humans had two jawbones

Question 5

What is the significance of Galen? (3)

Answer 5

1. Important at the time - Treatment of opposites was used by Medieval doctors
2. Relevant - shows the importance of human dissection and a deep understanding of human anatomy
3. Time - methods were practiced for over 1000 years b/c of the Catholic Church’s support. Galen also believed in one God so the Church accepted his ideas at a time where they had lots of influence over medicine.