Huson, Florence (1857–1915)

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Huson, Florence (1857–1915)

American physician. Born June 17, 1857, in Ann Arbor, Michigan; died Aug 12, 1915, in Detroit, MI; dau. of Mary L. (Bradley) Huson and Frederick C. Huson; graduate of University of Michigan College of Medicine (1885).

Successful woman physician, who opened doors for future female physicians, had an obstetrical practice in Detroit (1889–1914); established and served as the 1st president of the Woman's Hospital Free Dispensary (1893); worked as vice chief of staff and the 1st woman staff member at Detroit Woman's Hospital; established (1905) and led the Elizabeth Blackwell Medical Society for Women Physicians, the 1st woman's medical society in Detroit; served as the Michigan Medical Society's vice president.