U.S. Medical College for Women

The U.S. Medical College for Women was established in 1918 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to provide women with access to medical education when opportunities were limited. It aimed to train female physicians who could serve women's health needs and promote gender equality in the medical field. The college offered medical degrees and contributed to increasing women’s participation in medicine at a time when they faced significant barriers. It played a pioneering role in expanding educational opportunities for women in healthcare, fostering a more inclusive environment that influenced broader changes in medical education and practice.