Rachel Brooks Gleason
Pioneering female medical doctor
Born
November 27th, 1820
204 years ago
Died
1905
120 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Earning a medical degree in 1849, was the fourth woman in the United States to achieve this milestone. Graduated from the New England Female Medical College, which provided education specifically for women in medicine at a time when opportunities were limited. Dedicated career to advancing women's health and education in medicine. Contributed to changing perceptions about women's capabilities in the medical field.
Earned a medical degree in 1849
Fourth woman to graduate from medical school
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