Black History Figures |Dr. Alexa Irene Kennedy Quiz

What is Dr. Alexa Irene Canady known for?

• First African-American female cardiologist

• First African-American female neurosurgeon

• First African-American female pediatrician

• First African-American female psychiatrist

What percentage of neurosurgeons in the United States are female?

• 2%

• 5%

• 10%

• 8%

Where was Dr. Alexa Irene Canady born?

• Los Angeles, California

• Lansing, Michigan

• New York City, New York

• Chicago, Illinois

In which year was Dr. Canady inducted into the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame?

• 1980

• 1985

• 1989

• 1995

Where did Dr. Canady spend the majority of her surgical career?

• Cleveland Clinic

• Johns Hopkins Hospital

• Mayo Clinic

• Children's Hospital of Michigan

What award did Dr. Canady receive from Wayne State University Medical School in 1994?

• Outstanding Researcher Award

• Lifetime Achievement Award

• Distinguished Service Award

• Excellence in Teaching Award

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