Sophia Jex-Blake
English physician and women's rights advocate
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Died
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Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United Kingdom
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Pioneered the entry of women into medicine in the UK. Advocated for women's education and the right to practice medicine. Founded the London School of Medicine for Women in 1874, which became a significant institution for training women doctors. Contributed to the establishment of the Edinburgh School of Medicine for Women.
Founded the London School of Medicine for Women
Advocated for women's right to study medicine
Led campaigns for women's medical education
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