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Faith and Science Intersect at Physician's Popular Blog

From Medscape Med Students

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Posted 01/06/2009

Colin T. Son

Here's the reality. Science and religion don't always get along. Yet

the interface between these 2 things that are so key to defining

humanity -- our drive to understand our natural environment and our

faith -- can be a fascinating place. In fact, that interface might be

most prominent in the practice of medicine.

It is interesting that the majority of natural scientists describe

themselves as atheists or agnostics. In sharp contrast, American

physicians are as faithful as the general public. There are many ways

to explain such a finding, but perhaps the application of science in

pursuit of caring for patients is simply a unique thing.

As with many other physicians, Dr. Edwin Leap's faith is important to

him. He talks openly about how his faith influences his practice of

medicine on his blog. Considering his faith's prominence in his

writing, I asked Dr. Leap why religion seems to be such a large and

important part of American medicine

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Read the full article here:

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/586085

Dr. Leap's blog:

http://edwinleap.com/blog/

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