Vol. 16, Issue 1, Jul-Dec 2023

Page: 97-104

INDIA'S ANCIENT PHYSICIANS

Dr Madhuri Kumari

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There is no shortage of research on the medical systems and medical literature of ancient India in Indian medical historiography. Be that as it may, individuals who were liable for the mending certainly stand out. The development of the medical profession in ancient India is examined in this article. Using a variety of sources, this article conducts a review of the secondary literature on Indian healing and medical practice, with a focus on the individual medical practitioner. In ancient India, healers belonged to a variety of castes and classes. They enjoyed state patronage and enjoyed their respect. They were bound by a strict code of conduct and were held to the highest ethical standards of the time. They went through thorough preparation in both medication and medical procedure. Most doctors were multi-gifted generalists, and were expected to be talented in address and discussion. They were wealthy to. The paper also provides a brief history of how medicinal concepts developed in ancient India.

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