PULSE Magazine | March 2019 Issue

HISTORY MONTH

One hundred and sixty-eight years ago, Elizabeth Blackwell became the first woman to obtain a medical degree in the United States. Since then, the field of medicine has progressed with important contributions from the many women who followed in Dr. Blackwell's footsteps. Women who work in Emergency Medicine are described as strong, independent women who have taken control of their lives and chosen careers in one of the most challenging medical environments on the planet. At ATCEMS we have an incredible number of strong, successful and inspirational women. We reached out to find those special female medics who have dedicated over 25 years of service to ATCEMS to celebrate women making history within our own system. Elizabeth Campbell responded to the call and just happens to be the most tenured Field Clinical Specialist in our department with almost 30 years of service! Emergency Medical Services is a way of life and Elizabeth is an integral part of that life. Her dedication and knowledge has aided in the growth and direction of our system throughout the years. Today many women have benefitted from her skills and leadership and been given the opportunity to blossom and grow in a thriving career that was once dominated by men. Elizabeth is a refreshing example of women in the top of their career field helping to make the world a better place for everyone, but especially for women of her generation and in the world of EMS. In addition, Elizabeth has made a lifelong contribution to our own department by inspiring, connecting and empowering women to follow their dreams. After reading and learning about this dedicated female role model, perhaps you'll be more inspired than ever to conquer anything and everything. The only thing stopping you is YOU! “ If we stop defining each other by what we are not and start defining ourselves by what we are, we can all be freer.”

Emma Watson

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