Pioneer Work In Opening The Medical Profession To Women

""Pioneer Work in Opening the Medical Profession to Women: Autobiographical Sketches"" is a book written by Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female physician in the United States. The book is a collection of autobiographical sketches that detail Blackwell's journey in becoming a doctor and her efforts to open up the medical profession to women. Blackwell shares her experiences of facing discrimination and rejection from medical schools and hospitals due to her gender, as well as the challenges she encountered while establishing her own medical practice. Through her personal anecdotes, Blackwell sheds light on the gender biases and societal obstacles faced by women in the medical field during the 19th century. The book is a testament to Blackwell's pioneering spirit and her dedication to advancing women's rights in medicine.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.