Rebecca Lee Crumpler

A Book of Medical Discourses, in Two Parts (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: e-artnow
• Seitenzahl: 85
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Dezember 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066339569836
• Artikelnr.: 72323259

Autorenporträt

Rebecca Lee Crumpler (1831-1895) was a pioneering African American physician and author, distinguished for her dedicated work in the medical field during the 19th century. Born in Delaware, she was raised by her aunt in Pennsylvania, whose compassion for the sick would greatly influence Crumpler's future career. Crumpler became the first African American woman to earn a medical degree when she graduated from the New England Female Medical College in 1864. Her resilience and dedication were profound, as she pursued her education and career during a time when both women and African Americans faced considerable societal and professional obstacles. After the Civil War, she moved to Richmond, Virginia, where she provided critical medical care to freed slaves who would otherwise have had limited access to health services. Dr. Crumpler's enduring legacy is encapsulated in her seminal work, 'A Book of Medical Discourses, in Two Parts' (1883), which is recognized as one of the earliest medical publications by an African American. In her book, she focuses on maternal and pediatric health, offering a blend of medical advice and moralistic narratives. Her writing style mirrors the ethos of the time, when medical practices were often interwoven with instructive life lessons. Dr. Crumpler's book serves as a valuable historical document, providing insights into the healthcare challenges and social conditions of her era. Not only does it highlight her contributions to the medical field, but it also solidifies her role as a trailblazer for women and minorities in healthcare.