Description: (Medical doctor)
Aulus Cornelius Celsus was a renowned Roman encyclopaedist recognized for his medical work, De Medicina. He was a key figure in Roman medical knowledge, with expertise in diet, pharmacy, and surgery. Celsus made significant contributions to dermatology by classifying skin disorders, which have had a lasting impact on medical terminology. The lost sections of his encyclopedia likely covered diverse subjects such as agriculture, law, rhetoric, and military arts. Celsus's influence in the field is reflected in the naming of medical terms after him, honoring his legacy.