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Women in Medieval Medicine
Exploring the pivotal role of women in medieval medicine, this chapter discusses female practitioners who studied in Salerno, were involved in running medical centers, and contributed to various aspects of healthcare. It explores the historical context of women in medicine, the professionalization of physicians, and the challenges faced by women practitioners in the 1300s and 1400s.