THE ECLECTIC PRACTICE OF MEDICINE by JOHN M. SCUDDER, MD. | 1875 Revised Edition
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THE ECLECTIC PRACTICE OF MEDICINE by JOHN M. SCUDDER, MD. | 1875 Revised Edition. Hard/Leather, 9.25 x 6", 743pp, Illustrated. Cover: Good/Poor. THE ECLECTIC PRACTICE OF MEDICINE by JOHN M. SCUDDER, MD, Rev. Ed., 1875. Hard/Leather, 9.25 x 6", 743pp, Illustrated. Cincinnati: Medical Publishing Company, Revised Edition, 1875. Cover: Good/Poor. Leather is soiled, rubbed & damaged in around board edges. Page fascing cover has the name of the previous owner: "W.A. Edwards, Hillsboro, Ills., Oct. 1875". Pages: VG. Tight & bright with light toning on top edge, some foxing. No tears, writing or marks. Review images and description. Sold as is. Shipped USPS Media Mail. Insurance at cost upon request. BACKGROUND The Eclectic Practice of Medicine by John Milton Scudder is a foundational 19th-century medical textbook that outlines the principles of Eclectic medicine, a holistic approach using botanical remedies and physical therapies. Published in 1864 - and revised in 1875 - it covers anatomy, physiology, diagnosis, and treatment, emphasizing natural remedies and supporting the body's healing processes for a wide range of diseases, making it a key text for both professionals and the public. KEY ASPECTS OF THE BOOK Holistic approach: Focuses on treating the whole person, not just symptoms, by combining various practices and traditions. Natural remedies: Emphasizes the use of botanical medicines and other natural substances. Comprehensive coverage: Includes detailed sections on anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment for numerous diseases. Specific indications: A core principle is matching specific remedies to the exact indications of a disease. Historical significance: Considered a culturally important work and a key text in the history of American medicine, particularly the Eclectic movement.
