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Clinicals Quote by Philip Showalter Hench

“These hormones still belong to the physiologist and to the clinical investigator as much as, if not more than, to the practicing physician. But as Professor Starling said many years ago, 'The physiology of today is the medicine of tomorrow'.” quote by Philip Showalter Hench
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“These hormones still belong to the physiologist and to the clinical investigator as much as, if not more than, to the practicing physician. But as Professor Starling said many years ago, 'The physiology of today is the medicine of tomorrow'.”

Philip Showalter Hench

About This Quote

Source Speech: Lecture on Physiology, 1960

Physiology bridges basic science and clinical practice, shaping future medicine.

In simple terms: Science informs medicine.

Key Takeaway

Integrate research into care.

Themes

medicine physiology future

Mood

educational forward-looking professional

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When to use this quote

  • patient treatment
  • policy making
  • academic training

Key Concepts

clinical research medical education

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to translate research quickly?
A Different Perspective

Will clinicians adopt new physiological insights?

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