On the basis of Islamic teachings in light of the Qur'an and sunnah , this book devises the following (6) six basic categories for Islamic medicine : 1: Adhering to Islamic teachings and etiquette. 2: Adhering to logic in practising medicine. 3: Holistic approach, paying equal attention to the body, mind and soul, or individuals as well as societies. 4: Universal approach taking into account all resources and aiming to benefit all people. 5: Scientific approach, based on logical conclusions drawn from sound observations accurate statistics and trustworthy experience. 6: Excellence, achieving what other kinds of treatment has failed to achieve.