Marie Elisabeth Zakrzewska | |
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 Portrait of Maria E. Zakrzewska, ca. 1845–1855. | |
| Born | 6 September 1829 |
| Died | 12 May 1902 (aged 72) |
| Alma mater | Western Reserve |
| Occupation | Physician |
Marie Elisabeth Zakrzewska (6 September 1829 – 12 May 1902) was a Polish-American physician who made her name as a pioneering female doctor in the United States.[1] As a Berlin native, she found great interest in medicine after assisting her mother, who worked as a midwife. Best known for the establishment of the New England Hospital for Women and Children, she opened doors to many women who were interested in the medical field and provided them with hands-on learning opportunities. Within the New England Hospital, she established the first general training school for nurses in America.[2] Her drive and perseverance made the idea of women in medicine less daunting. She also initiated the creation of the first sand gardens for children in America.
- ^ Kelly, Howard A.; Burrage, Walter L. (eds.). . . Baltimore: The Norman, Remington Company.
- ^ Jamaica Plain Historical Society - 'People' Editor - - Marie Zakrzewska, Medical Pioneer at www.jphs.org