Girl Power

These six pioneers were ahead of their time, and they paved the way for women to have a greater presence in the field of medicine. Occupational therapy has since become a vital part of the healthcare system, and it has helped countless individuals regain their independence and improve their quality of life.

Fast forward to today, and occupational therapy is an essential part of healthcare. It helps people of all ages and abilities to live their lives to the fullest, and it’s all thanks to the vision and determination of those six pioneers. So a big shoutout to them – Mary Reilly, William Rush Dunton Jr., Eleanor Clarke Slagle, Susan Tracy, Thomas Bessell Kidner, and Isabel Newton!