In the original Hippocratic Oath, by whom did the individual doctor swear to uphold the standards of professional behavior?

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A portion of the original hippocratic oath states: Original, translated into English: "I swear by Apollo, Asclepius, Hygieia, and Panacea, and I take to witness all the gods, all the goddesses, to keep according to my ability and my judgment, the following Oath. To consider dear to me, as my parents, him who taught me this art; to live in common with him and, if necessary, to share my goods with him; To look upon his children as my own brothers, to teach them this art. I will prescribe regimens for the good of my patients according to my ability and my judgment and never do harm to anyone." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hippocratic_Oath Jan 27 09, 6:49 PM