Best Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“The best doctor gives the least medicines.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Poor Richard's Almanack, 1732
A good physician prescribes only what is truly needed, avoiding unnecessary treatments.
In simple terms: Doctors should use minimal medication.
Prescribe only essential medicines.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- hospital
- primary care
- pharmacy
- elder care
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can doctors balance caution with thoroughness?
- What drives unnecessary prescriptions?
Overprescribing can be due to patient expectations or defensive medicine.