Quote by Plato

Is it not also true that no physician, in so far as he is a physician, considers or enjoins what is for the physician's interest, but that all seek the good of their patients? For we have agreed that a physician strictly so called, is a ruler of bodies, and not a maker of money, have we not?

Is it not also true that no physician, in so far as he is a

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This quote highlights the ethical duty of physicians to prioritize the well-being of their patients over their own interests, particularly financial gain. It suggests that a true physician views their profession as a means to serve and care for others, rather than as a source of personal profit. The quote implies that physicians should act as leaders insofar as they possess the knowledge and skills necessary to heal and maintain the health of their patients, emphasizing their responsibility to prioritize the welfare of those under their care.

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