Edith Quimby

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Edith Quimby
Born	Edith Smaw Hinkley (1891-07-10)July 10, 1891 Rockford, Illinois
Died	October 11, 1982(1982-10-11) (aged 91) New York City
Spouse	Shirley Leon Quimby
Scientific career
Fields	Radiology

Edith Smaw Quimby (née Hinkley; July 10, 1891 – October 11, 1982) was an American medical researcher and physicist, best known as one of the founders of nuclear medicine. Her work involved developing diagnostic and therapeutic applications of X-rays. One of her main concerns was protecting both those handling the radioactive material and making sure that those being treated were given the lowest dose necessary.