JOURNAL ARTICLE

Women and the Practice of Medicine: A New History (1950-2020), Lucille A. Lester.

  • Published In: Journal of the History of Medicine & Allied Sciences, 2025, v. 80, n. 2. P. 197 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Hester, Jessica Leigh 3 of 3

Abstract

Lucille A. Lester's book "Women and the Practice of Medicine: A New History (1950-2020)" explores the experiences of women in the medical profession, focusing on the challenges they faced and the impact of gender on their practice. The book covers different decades, from the 1950s to the early 2000s, highlighting issues such as medical school admissions, second-wave feminism, and the glass ceiling. While the book primarily features white women physicians, it acknowledges the need for more diverse perspectives and a deeper analysis of gender as a construct. Lester's work provides a comprehensive look at the history of women in medicine and serves as a valuable resource for teaching and understanding the experiences of female physicians in contemporary America. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of the History of Medicine & Allied Sciences. 2025/04, Vol. 80, Issue 2, p197
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Women's Studies and Feminism
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0022-5045
  • DOI:10.1093/jhmas/jrad080
  • Accession Number:184348340
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