Johannes Crato von Krafftheim

German humanist and physician

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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