[Theoretical pathology and medical anthropology]

This paper presents the concept of theoretical pathology as mostly German authors have been developing it in recent years now, and hints at the conceptual foundation of Medicine which is deemed essential if the formulation of a unifying meta-theory bound to integrating part approaches and perspectives is to be reached at. It is suggested that both the historical and anthropological roots are convergent indeed as regards their basic tenets and fundamental aims. Although speculative such an endeavour is needed since it is an apt means to providing grounds for a program of studies on the foundations of Medicine and Psychiatry as well. Ultimately, it may heighten the awareness for basic aspects of practice, and lead to a re-appraisal of its assumptions.