Agnodice
Athenian physician, midwife and gynecologist · Doctors
Agnodice is a legendary figure said to be the first female midwife or physician in ancient Athens. Her story, originally told in the Fabulae, has been used to illustrate issues surrounding women in medicine and midwifery.
Agnodice is read about 58 times a day, in 35 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 9 November 2026
The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 111 days, one point a day.
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Agnodice is not generally considered a historical figure, but her legend has influenced discussions about gender roles in medical professions.
Category
Doctors
Type
Doctor
Status
Deceased
