Pioneering Physician and Advocate for African American Women's Health
Rebecca Lee Crumpler, born on February 8, 1831, in Christiana, Delaware, made history in 1864 by becoming the first African American woman in the United States to earn a Doctor of Medicine degree.
Establishment of Provident Hospital in 1891 Chicago
Daniel Hale Williams was a pioneering African American surgeon who broke racial barriers in medicine. He is best known for performing one of the first successful open-heart surgeries.
The Inventor of the Wooden Golf Tee and Pioneer of Black Excellence in Medicine
Dr. George Franklin Grant achieved a remarkable feat that would cement his place in history—not only as a dentist and professor but also as an inventor.
Pioneering Dermatologist and Trailblazer in Medical Education
In 1924, Dr. Theodore K. Lawless established his dermatology practice on Chicago's South Side, a significant milestone that marked the beginning of his influential career in medicine.
Drew is best known for his groundbreaking work in blood transfusion and blood storage techniques, which played a crucial role in saving lives during World War II.
Scientist and Advocate for Diversity in Medical Academia
He is best known as the first African American to chair a department at Harvard Medical School, a historic milestone that reflected his dedication to advancing the representation of underrepresented individuals in medicine.
Pioneer in Kidney Transplantation and Renal Science
Dr. Samuel Lee Kountz Jr., born on October 30, 1930, in Lexa, Arkansas, rose to prominence as a groundbreaking African-American surgeon specializing in kidney transplantation.
