PROGRAM ON DR. GRACE BURNETT, BRATTLEBORO'S FIRST WOMAN PHYSICIAN, PRESENTED BY DR. ROBERT TORTOLANI

Dr. Tortolani will speak on the life and medical practice of Dr. Grace Burnett at Dummerston Historical Society's quarterly meeting on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22, at 2 pm. at the Dummerston Historical Society's schoolhouse in Dummerston Center.

Dr. Burnett was born and raised in Dummerston and became Brattleboro's first woman physician which was a real feat in the early 1900's. She graduated from medical school 1912 and established her Brattleboro practice in 1914.

Through his personal and medical experience and love of history, Dr. Tortolani will share his insight into the life of Dr. Burnett in the early and mid 1900's, comparing medical practices in the early 1900's with those of today. Although now retired, Dr. Tortolani continues to be very active in numerous pursuits in Brattleboro, Windham County and the greater Vermont community since leaving active practice in 2017, including leading a weekly veterans group, running a free clinic, teaching medical students and speaking to various historical society groups.

All are invited, free of charge, and the Historical Society is accessible. Refreshments will be served. Info: gailsvt@gmail.com or 802-254-9311

Event Info

Nov 30, 2024, 10 AM to 5 PM

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