Bertha Van Hoosen
Bertha Van Hoosen (March 26, 1863 – June 7, 1952) was an American surgeon devoted to women's health issues and the advancement of fellow women surgeons. Among other notable achievements, Van Hoosen was the first president and a founder of the American Medical Women's Association in 1915 and the first woman to be head of a medical division at a coeducational university. She published an autobiography detailing her personal experiences in medicine, Petticoat Surgeon.
Bertha Van Hoosen | |
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Dr. Bertha Van Hoosen | |
| Born | March 26, 1863 |
| Died | June 7, 1952 (aged 89) |
| Education | University of Michigan |
| Occupation | Surgeon |
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