Annie Lowrie Alexander

Annie Lowrie Alexander (1864–1929) was a pioneering physician in the United States. She was the first licensed female doctor in the South and one of the first female physicians to practice medicine in North Carolina.

Pronunciation

Annie Lowrie Alexander: /ˈæni ˈloʊri ˈælɪgˌzændər/

Etymology

The name Annie is of English origin and means "grace". Lowrie is a Scottish surname, derived from the Gaelic personal name Labhrainn, which means "Laurence". Alexander is a common surname of Greek origin, meaning "defender of men".

Early Life and Education

Annie Lowrie Alexander was born in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, to Dr. John Brevard Alexander and Ann Wall Lowrie Alexander. She was educated at home by her father and later attended the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania, where she graduated in 1884.

Medical Career

After graduation, Alexander returned to North Carolina and began her medical practice in Charlotte. She specialized in obstetrics and gynecology, and also treated diphtheria, typhoid fever, and pneumonia. She was known for her dedication to her patients, often traveling long distances to provide care.

Legacy

Alexander's pioneering work paved the way for future generations of female physicians in the South. She was a founding member of the Mecklenburg County Medical Society and the North Carolina Medical Society. In 2002, she was inducted into the North Carolina Women's Hall of Fame.

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