Though I found this information surprising, this being the Father of Medicine we are talking about, I did not question it. You do not question an author who appears on the title page as "T.V.N. Persaud, M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc., F.R.C. Path. {Lond.}, F.F. Path. {R.C.P.I.}, F.A.C.O.G." Who knows, perhaps history erred in bestowing upon Hippocrates the title Father of Medicine.
The author, Mary Roach, recounts her surprise upon discovering information about Hippocrates, often regarded as the Father of Medicine. Despite her astonishment, she acknowledges the authority of T.V.N. Persaud, a highly credentialed medical professional, which prevents her from questioning the credentials and historical significance attributed to Hippocrates. Roach's respect for Persaud's expertise prompts her to contemplate the possibility that history may have misattributed the honor of being the Father of Medicine.
In her book, "Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers," Roach explores themes related to medical history and the reverence given to figures like Hippocrates. She suggests that the weight of credentials can influence the perception of historical narratives, leading to a reconsideration of who truly deserves such accolades in the field of medicine. This reflection emphasizes the complexity of medical history and the figures who shape it.
