Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun The theory and practice of the iatrophysical school of physicians.
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- noun obsolete The
physics ofmedicine or ofmedical andsurgical treatment . - noun obsolete The treatment of
diseases by physical ormechanic means.
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The chief adherent of iatrophysics in Italy was Giorgio Baglivi (d. 1707), professor at the
The Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 10: Mass Music-Newman 1840-1916 1913
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(1652-1713), tried to follow out iatrophysics to its utmost consequences.
The Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 10: Mass Music-Newman 1840-1916 1913
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