May Owen
May Owen
May Owen (pronunciation: May Oh-wen) was a notable American pathologist and medical educator. She was born on May 3, 1896, and died on October 3, 1988. Owen is best known for her contributions to the field of pathology, particularly in the area of tuberculosis research.
Etymology
The name "May" is of English origin and means "the fifth month of the year". The surname "Owen" is of Welsh origin and means "young warrior" or "well born".
Biography
May Owen was born in Fort Worth, Texas. She graduated from the University of Texas in 1919 with a degree in chemistry. She then went on to earn her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in 1921.
Owen was the first woman to serve as the president of the Texas Medical Association and the Tarrant County Medical Society. She was also the first woman to hold a full professorship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School.
Contributions to Medicine
Owen made significant contributions to the field of pathology. She is best known for her research on tuberculosis, a disease caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium. Owen's research led to the development of new diagnostic techniques and treatments for the disease.
In addition to her research, Owen was also a dedicated medical educator. She taught at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School for over 40 years, inspiring countless students with her passion for medicine and her commitment to patient care.
Related Terms
- Pathology: The study of the causes and effects of diseases.
- Tuberculosis: A potentially serious infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs.
- Mycobacterium tuberculosis: The bacterium that causes tuberculosis.
- Medical educator: A professional who teaches medical students and other healthcare professionals.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on May Owen
- Wikipedia's article - May Owen
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