Ibn Sina (980–1037 CE), widely known in the West as Avicenna, was a Persian polymath and one of the most influential thinkers of the Islamic Golden Age. Revered as the “Father of Modern Medicine,” his work shaped the foundations of medicine, philosophy, and science for centuries. • His landmark book, “Al-Qanun fi al-Tibb” (The Canon of Medicine), was the gold standard in medical knowledge for over 700 years and was used in universities across Europe and the Islamic world. • Ibn Sina also contributed extensively to fields like astronomy, physics, mathematics, psychology, and logic, showcasing his profound interdisciplinary expertise. • He championed a holistic approach to learning, combining science, ethics, and philosophy to advance human understanding.