Al-Tamimi (physician)
Al-Tamimi (also known as Abu Zayd al-Tamimi) was a 10th-century physician from Baghdad, Iraq. He was a member of the Banu Tamim tribe and is known for his work in the field of medicine, particularly in the treatment of kidney and bladder stones.
Life[edit | edit source]
Al-Tamimi was born in Baghdad, the capital of the Abbasid Caliphate. He was a member of the Banu Tamim tribe, one of the largest and most influential tribes in the Arab world. He studied medicine under the guidance of renowned physicians of his time and later became a well-known physician himself.
Work[edit | edit source]
Al-Tamimi is best known for his work in the treatment of kidney and bladder stones. He wrote a book on the subject, which was widely read and referenced by other physicians. His work was influential in the development of urology, a branch of medicine that focuses on the urinary tract and the male reproductive system.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Al-Tamimi's work in the field of medicine, particularly in the treatment of kidney and bladder stones, has had a lasting impact. His book on the subject is still referenced today, and his methods and techniques have influenced the development of modern urology.
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External links[edit | edit source]
- Al-Tamimi on Wikipedia
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