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Technology, Context, Synthesis Guest Speaker: Dr. Rosalyn P. Scott (NYU SoM Alum and first African American Woman to train in Thoracic Surgery)
March 12, 2010 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm

GUEST LECTURE
Technology, Context, Synthesis
Guest Speaker: Dr. Rosalyn P. Scott (NYU SoM Alum and first African American Woman to train in Thoracic Surgery)
Friday, March 12
6pm - 7:30pm.
Smilow Multi-Purpose Room
New York University School of Medicine
550 First Avenue
New York City 10016

ABOUT THE EXHIBIT
African Americans have always practiced medicine, whether as physicians, healers, midwives, or "root doctors." The journey of the African American physician from pre-Civil War to modern day America has been a challenging one. Early black pioneer physicians not only became skilled practitioners, they became trailblazers and educators paving the way for future physicians, surgeons, and nurses, and opening doors to better health care for the African American community.
This exhibit celebrates the achievements of African Americans in medicine by highlighting four contemporary pioneer African American surgeons and educators who exemplify excellence in their fields and believe in continuing the journey of excellence through the education and mentoring of young African Americans pursuing medical careers.
The exhibit was developed and produced by the National Library of Medicine and the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture, Baltimore.
For complete details, please visit http://hsl.med.nyu.edu/opening-doors. The exhibit will be on display in the Smilow Gallery until March 29, 2010