Clara Marshall
American physician and educator
Name | Clara Marshall |
Birth name | |
Birth date | May 8, 1847 |
Birth place | West Chester, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Death date | March 13, 1931 |
Death place | Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Alma mater | |
Occupation | Physician, Educator |
Years active | |
Organization | |
Known for | Dean of the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania |
Notable works | |
Spouse(s) | |
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Clara Marshall (May 8, 1847 – March 13, 1931) was an American physician and educator. She is best known for her role as the dean of the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania, where she made significant contributions to the advancement of medical education for women.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Clara Marshall was born in West Chester, Pennsylvania. She pursued her early education in local schools and later attended the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania, where she graduated with a medical degree in 1875.
Career[edit | edit source]
After completing her medical degree, Marshall began her career as a practicing physician. She quickly became involved in medical education and joined the faculty of the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania. In 1888, she was appointed as the dean of the college, a position she held until 1917. During her tenure, she worked tirelessly to improve the curriculum and facilities, ensuring that women received the same quality of medical education as their male counterparts.
Contributions to Medicine[edit | edit source]
Marshall was instrumental in the expansion and modernization of the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania. She advocated for the inclusion of clinical training in the curriculum and was a strong proponent of laboratory-based medical education. Her efforts led to the establishment of a teaching hospital affiliated with the college, providing students with hands-on clinical experience.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Clara Marshall's contributions to medical education and her advocacy for women in medicine have left a lasting impact. She is remembered as a pioneer who broke barriers and paved the way for future generations of female physicians.
Death[edit | edit source]
Clara Marshall passed away on March 13, 1931, in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.
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