When: October 14, 2003–April 1, 2005
Where: NIH Campus, Bethesda, MD
Institute: National Library of Medicine (NLM)

Changing the Face of Medicine is an exhibition open to the public that explores the achievements of women in medicine since they first gained admission to American medical schools 150 years ago. These women overcame prejudice and discrimination to create and broaden opportunities within the professsion. Persistence, ingenuity, and ability enabled them to advance in all areas of science and medicine. They are among the best of America's women physicians, and their stories and journeys are detailed in this exhibition.

The exhibition Web site will let people around the world discover the history of America's women physicians and learn more about educational and professional resources for those considering medicine as a career. For teachers, there are related lesson plans with ready-made classroom activities that align with national learning standards.

Next Steps
For more information, visit the exhibition's Web site at www.nlm.nih.gov/changingthefaceofmedicine or call (301) 496-6308. At the Web site section Share Your Story, see how to add stories about outstanding woman physicians, whether they are family members, mentors, or their own doctors. The exhibition is currently situated at NLM, 8600 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20894. It will later travel to select locations nationally.

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