Zepherina Smith

Zepherina Philadelphia Smith
Born
Zepherina Philadelphia Veitch

1 April 1836
Sopley, England
Died8 February 1894
Horsell, England
EducationUniversity College, London
Occupation(s)Nurse and Midwife
Known forEstablishing the Trained Midwives Registration Society
SpouseHenry Smith
Parent(s)Rev. William Douglas Veitch, Elinor Raitt

Zepherina Philadelphia Smith (née Zepherina Philadelphia Veitch; 1 April 1836 – 8 February 1894) was an English nurse and social reformer who promoted increased education and training for midwives.[1] Her work led to the Royal College of Midwives.

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