Ted Kaptchuk

Ted Kaptchuk is a prominent figure in the field of medicine, known for his research on the placebo effect and the power of the mind in healing. He is a professor at Harvard Medical School and has focused on how patients’ beliefs and experiences can influence their health outcomes. Kaptchuk studies complementary and alternative medicine, emphasizing the importance of patient-provider relationships and the therapeutic context. His work highlights that the meaning of treatment — even if it’s a placebo — can significantly impact a patient’s recovery, challenging traditional notions of how medical treatments work.