Elizabeth Garrett Anderson's success at qualifying as a doctor in 1865 significantly changed the role of women in medicine. As the first woman to gain a medical qualification in Britain, she paved the way for other women to enter the medical profession. Her achievement challenged the prevailing assumption that medicine was unsuitable for women and helped establish medicine as a viable career option for females. Over time, more women gained medical qualifications and joined the profession, expanding their opportunities and influence in the field of healthcare.
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How far was the role of women in medicine changed by Elizabeth Garrett
Anderson’s success at qualifying as a doctor? (12)
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that person did, or describes the situation before/after. Other factors may have been
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other factors involved in the situation. This answer will focus on theimportance (the
9-12 marks difference made) by this person/factor/event. Other factors may be discussed.
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