The UK's FIRST female Doctor?! | Elizabeth Garrett Anderson | Maddie Moate

The video explores the life of Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, the first woman to qualify as a doctor in the UK. Despite societal norms and gender discrimination in the Victorian era, Elizabeth pursued her dream of becoming a doctor. She faced numerous challenges, including being barred from medical schools in the UK, but she persevered by studying in France. Elizabeth eventually opened her own hospital, which was the first in Britain to allow women to be treated by female doctors. Her legacy includes founding the first School of Medicine for women, inspiring future generations of female doctors.

What was the significance of the hospital opened by Elizabeth Garrett Anderson?

In what ways did Elizabeth inspire future generations of women?

What historical milestone did Elizabeth achieve in her political career?