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Ibn al-Nafis

Known for medical commentary, anatomy, and pulmonary circulation discussions.

607-687 AH / 1213-1288 CEDamascus and CairoPhysician and legal scholar

Ibn al-Nafis: life, work, and legacy

Ibn al-Nafis Physician and legal scholar

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Ibn al-Nafis is presented as physician and legal scholar associated with Damascus and Cairo. The working chronology for this record is 607-687 AH / 1213-1288 CE. Known for medical commentary, anatomy, and pulmonary circulation discussions.

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607-687 AH / 1213-1288 CE

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