Disorientation and the “Greatest Benefit to Mankind”
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 16 May 2024
Serving as the conclusion of the book, this chapter encapsulates the critical discussions and key points articulated throughout. Reflecting briefly on Roy Porter’s seminal work, “The Greatest Benefit to Mankind,” it emphasizes that, although the book presents substantial conclusions and potential solutions, it does not purport to have offered a full picture. Instead, it posits that a promising direction for further research has been established. The chapter acknowledges the significance of philosophical inquiry into medicine while also cautioning against ignoring the inherent limitations of such work. It concludes with the hope that this book will act as a catalyst for ongoing interdisciplinary research at the intersection of philosophy and medicine.
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