Robert Fulford, D.O. (1905-1997) was an important, if enigmatic, figure in late twentieth-century osteopathy. Trained at the Kansas City School of Osteopathy and Surgery (class of 1941), he was a strong believer in the "triune" nature of man---physical, mental, and spiritual---and the importance of diagnosing and treating the whole person, not just the physical symptoms. Dr. Fulford's career was a testament to this ideal, what A.T. Still called the philosopher physician. In the mid-1940s he studied cranial osteopathy with William Garner Sutherland and became a lifelong member (and one-time president) of The Cranial Academy. During the course of a practice that spanned six decades he explored a wide spectrum of scientific and philosophical ideas about the basis and mechanics of life. Nothing was off limits---field theory, Aryuvedic medicine, biomagnetics, psychological and subtle energy medicine, crystals. Always he followed Sutherland's advice to "dig on," integrating whatever was useful into the practice of what he termed "twenty-first century medicine.
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Zachary Comeaux, D.O., F.A.A.O., is an associate professor at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. He was a close companion of Robert Fulford's during the final years of his life, and is now pursuing physiological research into his work.
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Zachary Comeaux DO (US) is a professor, physician, international speaker and author whose background in philosophy, physics, and theology finds expression in texts such as Harmonic Healing and Robert Fulford DO and the Philosopher Physician, The Soul of Osteopathy along with a more free spirited novel trilogy, Fire on the Prairie, The Healer's Heart, and The Reawakening.
Beginning from a general interest in wellness and alternative approaches to health management, Comeaux has dedicated the last twenty years practicing as a family physician and integrating an osteopathic hands-on approach to health. Due to inspirational mentors, Comeaux has also explored numerous approaches to mind/body medicine. This interest is evidenced in his practice, teaching and writing.
Comeaux is also involved in implementing these ideas through international teaching, networking and organizational activity. Currently (2009) he is president of the World Osteopathic Health Organization and teaches at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine.
Beginning from a general interest in wellness and alternative approaches to health management, Comeaux has dedicated the last twenty years practicing as a family physician and integrating an osteopathic hands-on approach to health. Due to inspirational mentors, Comeaux has also explored numerous approaches to mind/body medicine. This interest is evidenced in his practice, teaching and writing.
Comeaux is also involved in implementing these ideas through international teaching, networking and organizational activity. Currently (2009) he is president of the World Osteopathic Health Organization and teaches at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine.
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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:
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ON THE HEART OF TRUE HEALING,
By Dr. Jeff Rockwell (Tucson, AZ USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Robert Fulford, D.O. and the Philosopher Physician (Paperback)
This is an amazing book. Dr. Fulford was ostensibly a simple family doctor, but for years was respected by his peers as a master healer. Dr. Zachary Comeaux captures the essence of what made this extraordinary healer "tick." Focusing more on the philosophical principles of Fulford's work than on technique, Dr Comeaux makes it possible for all students of healing to "catch" something of this man's greatness. Importantly, the author details the path Fulford followed to become the healer he was, chronicling the good doctor's own influences. This enables the student, whether novice or advanced, to follow his lead and enter a vast world of energetically-based wisdom larger than any one person. Personally, since first being exposed to Dr. Fulford I sought out everything I could find on what he read, studied, recommended, and who he had influenced. Dr. Comeaux, in a thoroughly scholarly, yet friendly, manner does this for the reader in the pages of his book. I hope this remarkable work inspires further writings about and by this wonderful physician to be released to the public. Do yourself a favor and get this book and plunge into an ocean of inspiration.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
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A Great Introduction to Cranial Sacral Therapy,
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This review is from: Robert Fulford, D.O. and the Philosopher Physician (Paperback)
This book changed my life. I realized after I read it that there were many paths to healing, and that I should widen my search to find one that worked for me. I only wish I could have met Dr. Fulford when he was alive.
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