Elizabeth Garrett Anderson (first woman to qualify as a doctor in Britain)

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson was a pioneering British physician and educator, recognized as the first woman to qualify as a doctor in Britain in 1865. Overcoming gender barriers, she founded the London School of Medicine for Women and advocated for women's access to medical education and healthcare. Her efforts helped break down societal and professional obstacles, enabling more women to pursue careers in medicine. Anderson's legacy includes advancing gender equality in medicine and improving healthcare for women and underserved communities through her leadership and innovative work.