book explores the origins of modern medicine, especially with regard to how religion and spirituality were so often intertwined with medical theory. Kurapati examines how medicine today has transformed into a solely scientific endeavor, largely leaving the spiritual behind.

While the history is fascinating, I find myself very thankful that modern medicine concerns itself more with the concrete and the verifiable than the religious and abstract. I understand Kurapati's point that modern medicine should look at multiple aspects of patient recovery and care, by I don't think that spiritual wellbeing should be in the wheelhouse of the neurosurgeon, or the OBGYN, or the trauma surgeon...

Thoughtful and thought-provoking view at the practice of medicine

Kurapati offers an interesting perspective on what is gained, and what is lost, in the march of science through the practice of medicine. As someone outside the medical profession, I appreciated the thoughtful (and well-written) insider's view.

Great look at the history of medicine

I loved this book. Aside from it being a fascinating look at the history of physicians, it was also eloquent. Rajeev Kurapati ably communicates not just facts, but also emotions - those of patients, families and healthcare providers. I was surprised by the breadth of this book. Notwithstanding the title, Kurapati also looks at the history of hospitals and of nursing. I strongly recommend this book to anyone interested in healthcare.