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Sumario de la medicina 1498 Francisco de Villalobos
Francisco López de Villalobos's book, Sumario de la medicina, published in 1498.

Francisco López de Villalobos (born 1473, died 1549) was an important Spanish doctor and writer in the 15th and 16th centuries. He came from a Jewish family who had converted to Christianity. He was known for his medical knowledge and his writings. Some people consider him a part of the School of Salamanca, which was a group of thinkers in Spain.

A Family of Doctors

Francisco came from a long line of doctors. His father, grandfather, and many family members before him were also physicians. They served important people in Spain. These included King Fernando, the Duke of Alba, the Queen of Aragon, and Emperor Charles V. This shows that his family had a strong tradition in medicine.

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