At this crucial time when women physicians and nurses are contributing significantly to our community’s health, this documentary provides a look at the challenging and illuminating history of 19th century women doctors. Hidden in American history, all-women’s medical schools began to appear in the mid-19th century long before women had the right to vote or own property.

Originally released by PBS, 2020. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on June 23, 2021.