Gray, Ida (Nelson Rollins)
1867-1953 · Contribution: 1890
Dentist
First African-American woman to earn a dental degree in the United States
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Quick facts
- Born
- 1867, Clarksville, Tennessee
- Active since
- 1890
- Category
- Science & Medicine
- Best known for
- First African American woman to earn a dental degree in the U.S.
Impact on the world
Gray opened the dental profession to Black women and built a respected practice known for its gentleness with children, inspiring others to follow her into dentistry.
Sources
- NLM Changing the Face of Medicine
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