Nielsine Nielsen
First female academic and physician in Denmark
About Nielsine Nielsen
Lived 1850 – 1916 (aged 66). Nielsine Nielsen was a Danish physician, women's rights activist, academic and feminist, known for Denmark.
Nielsine Nielsen (10 June 1850 – 8 October 1916) was the first female academic and physician in Denmark. She graduated in 1885 and in 1889 she established her own medical practice and worked as a general practitioner. She was active in the gender equality movement through her work in Danish Women's Society.
Legacy A road has been named after her at Bispebjerg Hospital. There was talk about naming a road at Rigshospitalet, but has not happened.
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Who was Nielsine Nielsen?
First female academic and physician in Denmark (1850-1916)
When was Nielsine Nielsen born?
Nielsine Nielsen was born on 10 June 1850 in Svendborg.
When did Nielsine Nielsen die?
Nielsine Nielsen died on 8 October 1916 in Copenhagen.
What was Nielsine Nielsen's occupation?
Nielsine Nielsen was a physician, women's rights activist, academic and feminist.
What was Nielsine Nielsen known for?
Nielsine Nielsen was known for Denmark.
What nationality was Nielsine Nielsen?
Nielsine Nielsen was Danish.
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