Priest, magician, dentist: Tomb of famous ancient Egyptian doctor discovered

The stepped Pyramid at Saqqara in Egypt, also known as the City of the Dead where the doctor's tomb was found

Archaeologists have discovered the remains of an ancient Egyptian who treated pharaohs more than 4,000 years ago.

The well-preserved burial site belonged to Teti Neb Fu, believed to have been a doctor to the royal family.

Inscriptions on his tomb suggest that Teti Neb Fu was famous in ancient Egypt and had a number of titles.

These include "chief doctor of the palace" as well as "priest and magician" of the goddess Serket - a goddess of scorpions, venom and healing in ancient Egypt.

Experts say that as a follower of Serket, Teti Neb Fu might have specialised in treating scorpion or snake bites - ouch!

The doctor was found in a 'mastaba' tomb, which is a type of flat-roofed structure often used to mark the burials of important ancient Egyptians

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the discovery in the old state of Saqqara, south of the country's capital city Cairo.

The area is often described as the City of the Dead, as it is home to several ancient buildings and burial grounds.

Like many other ancient Egyptian burial sites, the tomb had already been looted of objects, but decorations gave the French-Swiss archaeological team who investigated the tomb enough clues to learn about the mysterious doctor.

The Ministry said described the tomb as being "adorned with stunning carvings and vibrant artwork", adding that it included "a beautifully painted false door".

The tomb was found behind a secret door

But if you think the titles of priest, magician and chief doctor of the palace weren't enough for one man, there was one more surprising title given to Teti Neb Fu.

On his sarcophagus - a stone coffin - he is also named as the "chief dentist and director of medicinal plants".

Experts believe his many talents and abilities may explain why he was given such a high position assisting the royal family.