Elizabeth Wright Hubbard

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Elizabeth Wright Hubbard (Template:IPA-en) was an eminent homeopathic physician and the first woman president of the American Institute of Homeopathy (AIH).

Etymology

The name Elizabeth is of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my oath". Wright is an occupational surname of Old English origin, meaning "worker". Hubbard is a patronymic surname of Germanic origin, meaning "bright heart".

Biography

Elizabeth Wright Hubbard was born on March 7, 1896, in New York City. She graduated from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1921 and later studied homeopathy under the guidance of Dr. Pierre Schmidt in Geneva, Switzerland. She served as the president of the AIH from 1945 to 1946, becoming the first woman to hold this position. Hubbard was also a prolific writer and lecturer on homeopathy, contributing significantly to the field's literature and education.

Related Terms

  • Homeopathy: A system of alternative medicine that treats diseases with small amounts of substances that in larger amounts would produce symptoms of the disease.
  • American Institute of Homeopathy: The oldest national medical association in the United States, dedicated to the promotion of homeopathic treatment methods.
  • Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons: A graduate professional school of Columbia University located in Manhattan, New York City, providing a variety of health-related degree programs.

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