Matilda J. Clerk
Matilda J. Clerk
Matilda J. Clerk (pronunciation: ma-TIL-da J. klurk) is a notable figure in the field of medicine. She is recognized for her significant contributions to medical science and her pioneering role as a female physician in Ghana.
Etymology
The name Matilda is of German origin, derived from the words "maht", meaning "might, strength", and "hild", meaning "battle". The name Clerk is of English origin, originally denoting a literate person or a scholar.
Biography
Matilda J. Clerk was born in 1934 in the Gold Coast, now known as Ghana. She was the first woman from the Gold Coast to be formally trained in Western medicine. Clerk was also the second woman to practice medicine in Ghana, following Susan Ofori-Atta, who was her senior by a few years.
Medical Career
Clerk's medical career was marked by numerous achievements. She was the first woman to be appointed as a Deputy Director of the Ghana Health Service, and she played a crucial role in the establishment of the National Institute of Medical Research in Ghana.
Related Terms
- Physician
- Medical Science
- Ghana Health Service
- National Institute of Medical Research
- Susan Ofori-Atta
- Gold Coast (British colony)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Matilda J. Clerk
- Wikipedia's article - Matilda J. Clerk
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