September 2017 PMID 28918826

Islamic Medicine in the Middle Ages.

Hawa Edriss, Brittany N Rosales, Connie Nugent, Christian Conrad, Kenneth Nugent

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Peak: 4 in Aug 2025
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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions collectively praise the advancements made during the Islamic Golden Age, citing examples like algebra and pioneering medical texts, with tone emphasizing admiration and historical significance. Some posts also critique modern societies for neglecting past heroes, which signals a desire to connect historical achievements with current issues, reinforcing the overall appreciation for the article's content.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge and support the significance of Islamic contributions to medicine and science during the Middle Ages, emphasizing their historical importance.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high interest, highlighting topics like algebra, medical advancements, and historical figures, showing enthusiasm and curiosity.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts engage by referencing specific contributions and contrasting past achievements with current issues like vaccines and pandemics, but few delve deeply or critically analyze the material.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions recognize the importance of the historical contributions, though they mainly serve to inform and praise rather than provoke substantial change or action.

Abstract in brief

  • During the Islamic Golden Age (9th to 13th centuries), scholars significantly contributed to medicine, science, and mathematics, establishing hospitals that offered universal care and medical education.
  • Prominent figures like al-Razi and Ibn Sina authored influential medical texts such as "The Comprehensive Book on Medicine" and "The Canon of Medicine," which shaped European medical curricula until the 14th century.
  • Innovations by physicians like Mansur, who created the first color illustrated anatomy book, and advances in surgery, pharmacology, and physiology, laid the groundwork for modern medicine in Europe after the Dark Ages.]

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@bug-in-a-cage.bsky.social · Bluesky

yeah, Muslims perfected algebra and Islamic medicine in the Middle Ages was crazy advanced for the time.

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@JohnArthurRyan @ArionWise11 @whatifalthist Read. https://t.co/RkBxPFLh3O

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Cynical Beast
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@fiqhonomics @freemonotheist • Wikipedia: Islamic world contributions to Medieval Europe (https://t.co/UcAVCNiBCK) • Islamic History: Islamic Golden Age (https://t.co/rdiqpA1cQ4) • Wikipedia: Islamic Golden Age (https://t.co/UcAVCNiBCK) • ScienceDirect: Islamic Medicine in the Middle Ages

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Suhail Rashid
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@Ceema_B When whole world is trying to find out the vaccine for Corona virus and here we're. Still confused about congregational prayers during pandemic. We really are in a deep slumber cause we've forgotten our real heroes. https://t.co/YXpR1J6TK9

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@fakehistoryhunt @vsadhr @weistrana @user110392 @YoursMemely And i’m not even mentioning the massive contributions to medicine and medical care https://t.co/d1PsHQ7mPs

Feb 27, 2025 · 17 followers View post →

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Cynical Beast
@cynical_beast · X

@fiqhonomics @freemonotheist • Wikipedia: Islamic world contributions to Medieval Europe (https://t.co/UcAVCNiBCK) • Islamic History: Islamic Golden Age (https://t.co/rdiqpA1cQ4) • Wikipedia: Islamic Golden Age (https://t.co/UcAVCNiBCK) • ScienceDirect: Islamic Medicine in the Middle Ages

Jul 21, 2025 · 420 followers View post →
Neverthat721
@neverthat721 · X

@fakehistoryhunt @vsadhr @weistrana @user110392 @YoursMemely And i’m not even mentioning the massive contributions to medicine and medical care https://t.co/d1PsHQ7mPs

Feb 27, 2025 · 17 followers View post →
StrawmXn of Steel
@CommaChameleon6 · X

@JohnArthurRyan @ArionWise11 @whatifalthist Read. https://t.co/RkBxPFLh3O

Dec 18, 2024 · 472 followers View post →
bug-in-a-cage.bsky.social
@bug-in-a-cage.bsky.social · Bluesky

yeah, Muslims perfected algebra and Islamic medicine in the Middle Ages was crazy advanced for the time.

Dec 2, 2024 · 2 likes View post →
Khaliq Syed
@AKSyed99 · X

@PunIntended20 @notanandhbhakt1 @JustLuai https://t.co/aa9RVB8x4T https://t.co/kfg9Lf7Ael

Oct 7, 2023 · 60 followers View post →
Suhail Rashid
@EuPseudo · X

@Ceema_B When whole world is trying to find out the vaccine for Corona virus and here we're. Still confused about congregational prayers during pandemic. We really are in a deep slumber cause we've forgotten our real heroes. https://t.co/YXpR1J6TK9

Mar 23, 2020 · 175 followers View post →
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