Johannes Crato von Krafftheim
German humanist and physician
Born
November 22nd, 1519
505 years ago
Died
1585
440 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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A humanist and physician who contributed significantly to medicine and humanism during the Renaissance. Worked extensively on the study of anatomy and was influential in the development of medical practices of the time. Served as a professor of medicine, where teachings incorporated humanist principles. Published several works on medicine that blended classical knowledge with contemporary practices.
Contributions to anatomy and humanism
Served as a professor of medicine
Published important medical texts
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