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Whenever a doctor cannot do good, he must be kept from doing harm
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"Whenever a doctor cannot do good, he must be kept from doing harm"

- Hippocrates

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This quote by Hippocrates is a reminder of the significance of medical ethics and the duty of medical professionals to do no damage. It recommends that medical professionals need to constantly aim to do great and help their patients, but if they can not do so, they need to not cause any further harm. This is an essential suggestion that doctors need to always know the possible effects of their actions and should not take any risks that could cause harm to their patients. It likewise implies that medical professionals ought to be honest and transparent with their clients about their abilities and constraints, so that they can make informed choices about their care. This quote is a reminder that doctors need to constantly put the security and wellbeing of their clients initially, and need to never ever take any action that could trigger damage.

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Greece Flag This quote is written / told by Hippocrates between 460 BC and 357 BC. He/she was a famous Scientist from Greece. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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