Soranus of Ephesus

Soranus of Ephesus was a prominent Greek physician and gynecologist who lived during the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. He is best known for his work in medicine, particularly in women’s health and obstetrics. Soranus emphasized clinical observation and practical treatment, and his writings included guidelines for diagnosing and treating various conditions in women, along with instructions for childbirth. His influential texts helped shape medical understanding in the ancient world and laid the groundwork for later developments in gynecology. Soranus' approach combined empirical evidence with a humane consideration for patients, marking him as a significant figure in early medicine.