Elizabeth Garrett
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Elizabeth Garrett led the way in both medical service and the organization of medical facilities. Through sheer determination, she became the first female to gain a medical qualification in Britain. She was also the first female member of the British Medical Association. Helping those in need, Elizabeth developed many innovations in the medical practise and her contributions to the profession and the industry, are an inspiration. Even in retirement, she extended her range of skills to financial and political management, in addition to her medical expertise. She truly was an amazing woman.
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