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Toward a more natural medicine
1Department of Urology, University of Illinois-Chicago College of Medicine, USA.
Journal of Religion and Health
|May 6, 2003
Summary
Contemporary medicine should respect nature's wisdom. By integrating traditional respect for natural order, modern healing can enhance patient well-being.
Area of Science:
- Integrative Medicine
- Philosophy of Science
- Medical Ethics
Background:
- Modern science and culture often prioritize dominating nature.
- Contemporary medicine has largely adopted this approach, diverging from historical perspectives.
- Traditional religious views emphasize harmony with the natural order.
Observation:
- The Hippocratic tradition viewed physicians as assistants to nature.
- Contemporary medical practices increasingly rely on scientific intervention.
- A disconnect exists between modern medicine's control-oriented approach and nature's inherent wisdom.
Findings:
- Traditional medicine and religious doctrines recognized the inherent order and goodness within nature.
- Adherence to natural principles was encouraged in historical healing practices.
- Contemporary medicine risks overlooking valuable healing modalities by neglecting nature's wisdom.
Implications:
- Reintegrating respect for nature could enhance contemporary medical practice.
- Acknowledging the wisdom of nature aligns with historical medical ethics.
- A balanced approach, combining science with natural respect, may improve patient outcomes and holistic health.