Dorothy Macham
Executive Director of Women's College Hospital
About Dorothy Macham
Lived 1910 – 2002 (aged 91). Dorothy Macham was a Canadian nurse, executive director and nursing management.
Dorothy Ann Macham ARRC (July 19, 1910 – July 12, 2002) was a Canadian Nursing Sister, hospital superintendent and later Executive Director of Toronto’s Women's College Hospital.
Macham joined the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps in 1939 as a Nursing Sister. She served in mobile units and military hospitals in the United Kingdom and Europe, both as a nursing sister and a supervisor.
Macham received the Royal Red Cross Class 2 (ARRC) medal by King George VI in recognition of her wartime service.
Macham returned to Women’s College Hospital in 1936, where she worked as an operating room supervisor until the start of World War II.
Personal life According to her CV, Macham was a member of the Toronto Cricket Club and the Metropolitan United Church.
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Who was Dorothy Macham?
Executive Director of Women's College Hospital (1910–2002)
When was Dorothy Macham born?
Dorothy Macham was born on 19 July 1910 in Clearview.
When did Dorothy Macham die?
Dorothy Macham died on 12 July 2002.
What was Dorothy Macham's occupation?
Dorothy Macham was a nurse, executive director and nursing management.
What nationality was Dorothy Macham?
Dorothy Macham was Canadian.
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