The '''Oath of Hippocrates''' or '''Hippocratic Oath''' is an [[oath]] traditionally taken by [[doctor]]s setting down certain guidelines about how they will use their [[medical]] skills. The oath dates back to ancient [[Greece]] but it is uncertain if it is actually due to [[Hippocrates]]. Taking the oath is not a requirement to practice medicine, and has no legal status. | The '''Oath of Hippocrates''' or '''Hippocratic Oath''' is an [[oath]] traditionally taken by [[doctor]]s setting down certain guidelines about how they will use their [[medical]] skills. The oath dates back to ancient [[Greece]] but it is uncertain if it is actually due to [[Hippocrates]]. Taking the oath is not a requirement to practice medicine, and has no legal status. |