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Ancient India’s Lost Medical Brilliance | India News
Ancient India was way ahead of its time in medicine—think nose reconstructions using cheek skin, cataract surgery, and bladder stone removal, all documented centuries before Europe caught up. These weren’t just myths; European surgeons adopted these techniques as early as 1794. Yet despite their genius, Indian physicians were socially stigmatized as ritually impure and profit-driven, which undermined their status and led to a decline in hands-on medical education. Brilliant innovations met with systemic barriers, leaving a legacy of awe and missed potential. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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