Zepherina Philadelphia Smith | |
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Born | Zepherina Philadelphia Veitch 1 April 1836 Sopley, England |
Died | 8 February 1894 Horsell, England |
Education | University College, London |
Occupation(s) | Nurse and Midwife |
Known for | Establishing the Trained Midwives Registration Society |
Spouse | Henry 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.