James McCune Smith
African-American physician and author
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Thinkers & Philosophers
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United States
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Born in 1813, a pioneering African-American physician and apothecary practiced medicine in New York City. Received a medical degree from the University of Glasgow, becoming the first African American to earn a medical degree in the United States. Actively participated in abolitionist movements and published works addressing social issues, including healthcare disparities and racial inequality. Contributed significantly to the discourse on race and medicine in the 19th century.
First African American to earn a medical degree in the United States
Published works on social issues regarding race and healthcare
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