Jivaka was a physician in ancient India and a contemporary of the Buddha. He was also known as Jivaka Komarabhacca. Jivaka was the personal physician to the Buddha. He was a disciple of Atreya and lived in Rajagriha, which is now known as Rajgir. Jivaka was known as the "Medicine King" because he was one of the best physicians at the time. His practice of medicine included notable contributions to surgery. Jivaka's close association with the founder of Buddhism and early patronage of the faith have made him a model for emulation and reverence.
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