Catharine van Tussenbroek | |
|---|---|
 Van Tussenbroek c. 1890 | |
| Born | Albertina Philippina Catharina van Tussenbroek 4 August 1852 |
| Died | 5 May 1925 (aged 72) Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Occupation(s) | physician, feminist |
| Known for | first physician to confirm ovarian pregnancy clinically |
Catharine van Tussenbroek (4 August 1852 – 5 May 1925) was a Dutch physician and feminist. She was the second woman to qualify as a physician in the Netherlands and the first physician to confirm evidence of the ovarian type of ectopic pregnancy. A foundation that administers research grants was set up in her name to continue her legacy of empowering women.