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CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY
Month In Medecine
Below are just three of the many notable African American doctors and scientific researchers that have made significant contributions to the world of modern medecine as we know it today.
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Alexa Canady
In 1981, Dr. Canady became the first African American woman neurosurgeon in the United States. She conducted research that led to the invention of a medical device used to treat hydrocephalus.
Percy Julian
Julian was an American research chemist most well known for creating the antiglaucoma drug physostigmine. He also invented medical drugs such as steroids, cortisone, and birth control pills.
Vivien Thomas
Thomas was an American surgeon who in the 1940s helped develop an important procedure to treat blue baby syndrome. He taught many surgeons life saving techniques for heart and lung procedures.
