Gwendolyn Spencer | |
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| Born | Gwendolyn Euphemia Omphroy 26 October 1916 Kingston, Colony of Jamaica, British Empire |
| Died | 20 August 2015 (aged 98) Meadowbrook, Jamaica |
| Other names | Gwendolyn Omphroy-Spencer, Gwendolyn Humphrey Spencer |
| Occupation(s) | nurse, midwife |
| Known for | co-founder of the Jamaican Midwives' Association |
Gwendolyn Spencer, OD (26 October 1916 – 20 August 2015) was a nurse and midwife, who co-founded the Jamaican Midwives' Association. An advocate for professionalism, she was instrumental in developing training programs for midwives and establishing a professional pay grade from the government for their services. She received the Order of Distinction for her contributions to healthcare in the country.