Andrés Laguna: a great medical humanist (1499-1559)

Acta Med Port. 2011 Jul-Aug;24(4):671-4. Epub 2011 Dec 12.

Abstract

Andrés Laguna, a Spanish humanist physician of the 16th century, occupies an important position in the history of medicine. An illustrious and brilliant mind, pioneer of anatomy and urology, Laguna proved to be a true pacifist and humanitarian with his knowledge standards and his political eloquence. He deserves to be remembered today as the perfect example of the Renaissance men, a true Homo Universalis.

Publication types

  • Biography
  • Historical Article
  • Portrait

MeSH terms

  • History of Medicine*
  • History, 16th Century
  • Humanism / history*
  • Spain

Personal name as subject

  • Andrés Laguna