Women In Medicine
Her cells became the first immortal human cell line and revolutionized biomedical research.
Who is Henrietta Lacks?
This screening test is recommended every 3 years starting at age 21 to detect cervical dysplasia.
What is a pap smear?
WashU SOM Dean who specializes in minimally invasive and laparoscopic procedures
Who is Dean Sonn?
This fiercely competitive cardiothoracic surgeon is known for her "magic hands," complex friendship with Meredith Grey, and ambition to be the best in her field.
Who is Dr. Christina Yang?
Founder of the American Red Cross in 1881
Who is Clara Barton?
Named after a female anesthesiologist, this newborn health scoring system evaluates babies one minute and five minutes after birth.
What is the Apgar score?
Molecules to Society lead who specializes in pediatric hospital medicine
Who is Dean Colleen Wallace?
This dermatologist, known as “Dr. Pimple Popper,” turned her viral extractions into a TLC reality show.
Who is Dr. Sandra Lee?
In 1993, this physician and researcher became the first woman to head the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Who is Dr. Bernadine Healy?
Instead of crushing chest pain, women experiencing a heart attack may report this symptom, often mistaken for anxiety or indigestion. There are multiple correct answers.
What is nausea/fatigue/shortness of breath/jaw pain?
First female faculty member of WashU’s Department of Neurosurgery
Who is Dr. Jennifer Strahle?
This neurodivergent second-year resident, portrayed by Taylor Dearden, navigates the ER with compassion and a commitment to patient care, while balancing her personal challenges.
Who is Mellisa King?
First woman to earn a medical degree in the United States in 1849
Who is Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell?
On average it takes 6 years for women to be diagnosed with this autoimmune condition.
What is lupus?
One of our endocrinology professors who is also the faculty lead of AMWA
Who is Dr. Anne Carol Goldberg?
She’s the sarcastic, brilliant, and often intimidating chief of medicine at Sacred Heart, known for her sharp wit and mentoring J.D.
Who is Dr. Elliot Reid?
This African American physician was the first Black woman to travel to space, serving as a mission specialist aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992
Who is Dr. Mae Jemison?
A 32-year-old woman has painful periods, dyspareunia, and infertility. Laparoscopy shows “chocolate cysts.” This is the most likely diagnosis.
What is endometriosis?
Professor who gave one of our lectures on pediatric urology who also leads one of our class’s coaching groups
Who is Dr. Erica Traxel?
This character, portrayed by Maura Tierney, was a brilliant ER doctor balancing motherhood and career challenges.
Who is Dr. Abby Lockhart?