James McCune Smith
American physician and abolitionist (1813-1865) · United States · On the map · Doctors · Died at 52
James McCune Smith was an American medical doctor, apothecary, abolitionist and author. He was the first African American to earn a medical degree. His M.D. was awarded by the University of Glasgow in Glasgow, Scotland, where a building has been dedicated to him.
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About this person
After his return to the United States, he also became the first African American to run a pharmacy in the nation.
Country
United States
Category
Doctors
Type
Doctor
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1813 to 1865 · aged 52
