Sofia Quintino
Portuguese physician, feminist, and nursing organizer / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Sofia Quintino (1879-1964) was one of the first female physicians to graduate in Portugal. An active feminist, who opposed the Portuguese monarchy and feudalism, she played a particularly important role in developing a secular nursing service, in a country where nursing had previously been the preserve of nuns.
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Born | Sofia da Conceição Quintino 1879 (1879) Cadaval, Portugal |
Died | 1964 (aged 84–85) Carnaxide e Queijas, Portugal |
Occupation | Physician |
Known for | Development of secular nursing in Portugal |
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