Dr. Kadambini Ganguly (1861-1923): A Pioneer in Indian Medicine

Dr. Kadambini Ganguly was a trailblazing Indian physician and social reformer. As one of the first female graduates and practitioners of Western medicine in India, she broke numerous barriers in a field dominated by men. Her contribution to medicine, particularly in women's healthcare, and her...

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Published in:Curēus (Palo Alto, CA) CA), 2024-06, Vol.16 (6), p.e63543
Main Authors: Paul, Sheuli, Salunkhe, Shradha, Mane, Shailaja V, Ghosh, Poulomi A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Careers
Child marriage
Education
Family/General Practice
Females
Gender equity
Hospitals
Medical Education
Medical schools
Medicine
Obstetrics/Gynecology
Social activism
Social justice
Surgeons
Womens health
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Summary:Dr. Kadambini Ganguly was a trailblazing Indian physician and social reformer. As one of the first female graduates and practitioners of Western medicine in India, she broke numerous barriers in a field dominated by men. Her contribution to medicine, particularly in women's healthcare, and her engagement in social reform through the Brahmo Samaj and the Indian National Congress, caused significant progress toward gender equality and social justice. This article looks back on her academic accomplishments, medical career, social activism, and lasting legacy, emphasizing her profound influence on medicine and society in India.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.63543