The Face of Suffering

Abstract

Vilbe mentioned. I hope I do not, but let the unlisted be assured that my brain's limited storage capacity for memorized names is to blame, rather than my hearty appreciation of memorable persons. There are those whom I owe gratitude because they set an example of erudition and scholarly enthusiasm. First and foremost, Henk ten Have who led me into the field of philosophy of medicine and bioethics, and generously shared much of his knowledge and experience in these fields. I thank Gerlof Verwey for his in-depth courses in the field of anthropology and his patiently guiding me into the mode of philosophical thinking. David Thomasma introduced me to the field of clinical ethics, while Frans van Wijmen guided me in my health law studies. And I thank my former colleagues at the