Jane Stocks Greig
Scottish physician and medical missionary
Jane Stocks Greig (1872–1939) was a pioneering Scottish physician and medical missionary known for her work in India. She was one of the first women to graduate in medicine from the University of Edinburgh and dedicated her life to improving healthcare for women and children in India.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Jane Stocks Greig was born in 1872 in Scotland. She was raised in a family that valued education and service, which influenced her decision to pursue a career in medicine. Greig attended the University of Edinburgh, where she was among the first cohort of women to study medicine. She graduated with a degree in medicine in the late 19th century, a time when few women were able to enter the medical profession.
Medical Career[edit | edit source]
After completing her medical education, Greig decided to become a medical missionary. She was inspired by the need for medical professionals in British India, particularly for women who had limited access to healthcare due to cultural norms.
Work in India[edit | edit source]
Greig traveled to India under the auspices of the Church of Scotland's mission. She worked primarily in the region of Punjab, where she established clinics and hospitals to provide medical care to women and children. Her work was crucial in a time when female patients were often unable to receive treatment from male doctors due to purdah, a practice of secluding women from men.
Greig's efforts were not only focused on providing direct medical care but also on training local women as nurses and midwives. This initiative helped to create a sustainable healthcare system that could continue to serve the community even after her departure.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Jane Stocks Greig's contributions to medicine and missionary work left a lasting impact on the communities she served. Her dedication to improving healthcare for women in India paved the way for future generations of female medical professionals. Greig's work is remembered as a significant part of the history of medical missions and women's healthcare in India.
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