1857 - Founded the New York Infirmary for Women and Children

* The Blackwell sisters Elizabeth and Emily founded the New York Infirmary for Women and Children in 1857. * They began giving lectures to female audiences on the importance of educating girls. * The sisters played a significant role during the American Civil War by organizing nurses. * The Infirmary developed a medical school program for women, providing substantial work with patients (clinical education). * Returning to England, Elizabeth Blackwell helped found the London School of Medicine for Women in 1874.

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Category:
Women's Health; Medical Education

Completion Status:
done

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