WHO WAS AVICENNA?
Avicenna (980 -1037 A.D) was a Persian physician and philosopher. From a young age he showed a deep interest and passion for natural sciences. Not being satisfied with theoretical knowledge, Avicenna began to practice medicine from 16.
The Canon of Medicine was Avicenna’s mort important work and was translated into a variety of European languages. The Canon is regarded as a key influence on early medical thinking in Europe & used as a standard text in Europe as a standard text for universities for 500 years.
Such was his contribution to pharmacy that the Royal Pharmaceutical Association of Great Britain incorporated Avicenna’s image into their coat of arms over 150 years ago. As a result each and every UK qualified pharmacist features Avicenna in their pharmacy on their certificate.