Black History Fact Of The Day

Written By: Elsie Law - Apr• 16•13

James Derham is said to be the first African American to formally practice medicine in the United States.

According to Wikipedia, despite being born a slave, James Derham opened his own medical practice at the age of 26. He eventually became a specialist in throat diseases.

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