Sophia Jex-Blake’s Early Education (Part One)

May 13, 2024

Learn about Sophia Jex-Blake, a young English woman who switched from teaching to medicine. The podcast covers her early life and struggles, including conflicts with her father over earning for teaching. It also explores her pursuit of medical education, encounters with influential figures like Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, and the establishment of an anatomy class to advocate for women's education.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Exploring the Early Life of Sophia Jex-Blake

02:04 • 11min

Sophia Jex-Blake's Education Struggles and Triumphs

12:36 • 5min

Sophia Jex-Blake's Pursuit of Medical Education and Close Relationships

17:55 • 11min

Exploring New Medical Education Opportunities and Mentoring by Dr. Blackwell

29:24 • 3min

Sophia Jex-Blake's Journey Towards Medical Education

32:37 • 5min

Sophia's Journey and Future Plans

38:04 • 5min

Sophia Jex-Blake was a young English woman who initially pursued a career in teaching before she fell in love with medicine while visiting the U.S. Part one covers the early part of her life and education.

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