THE HISTORICAL AND CONTEMPORARY ROLE OF THE LATIN LANGUAGE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF MEDICAL SCIENCE AND THE FORMATION OF ITS TERMINOLOGY

Abstract

For many centuries, the Latin language has occupied a special place in the history of world medicine. From the birth of medical science in Ancient Rome to the present day, the Latin language has served as the foundation for the formation and systematization of medical terminology. Its use made it possible to create a single, accurate and universal language understandable to doctors and scientists from different countries. The article examines the formation of the Latin language as the basis of medical science, its historical role in the development of anatomical and pharmaceutical terminology, as well as the influence of the ancient Greek language on Latin. Particular attention is paid to the modern use of Latin vocabulary in medicine, where it continues to serve as an international professional language, uniting doctors from all over the world. The importance of learning Latin for medical students is analyzed, since knowledge of medical Latin contributes to a deeper understanding of professional terms, clinical documentation and anatomical names. The Latin language not only connects the modern doctor with the scientific past, but also remains a symbol of tradition, accuracy and cultural heritage of medicine.