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This Women's History Month, Tahoe Forest Health System celebrates the trailblazing, inspirational women who have shaped the medical field and paved the way for future generations of healthcare professionals. 🔹Elizabeth Blackwell, M.D. – The first woman in the U.S. to receive a medical degree (1849). 🔹 Clara Barton – A pioneering nurse and founder of the American Red Cross, she transformed emergency and disaster relief efforts. 🔹Virginia Apgar, M.D. – Developer of the Apgar Score, a simple yet lifesaving test used to assess newborn health just moments after birth. 🔹Dr. Helen Taussig – A cardiologist whose work led to the development of life-saving heart surgery for infants with congenital defects. 🔹Rebecca Lee Crumpler, M.D. – The first Black woman in the U.S. to earn a medical degree (1864), she dedicated her life to caring for underserved communities. These women, as well as countless others, inspire our mission of providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to our community. #WomensHistoryMonth