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Aesculapian

Definition

(formal, literary) Relating to the healing arts, medicine, or the medical profession; named after Aesculapius, the Roman god of medicine. Typically used to evoke a sense of classical or traditional medical knowledge.

Example Sentences

1The aesculapian staff, with its entwined serpent, remains a powerful symbol of the medical profession.
2Is the Hippocratic Oath, with its aesculapian roots, still relevant in modern medical ethics?
3The museum's aesculapian collection includes ancient Greek and Roman medical texts, as well as early surgical instruments.
4The doctor's aesculapian approach to patient care emphasized the importance of empathy and human connection.
5There is a long tradition of aesculapian literature, from the works of Galen to modern medical memoirs, that explores the human side of healing.

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