Margaret Cruickshank

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Margaret Cruickshank

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Background

Margaret Cruickshank (1873-1918) was one of two twins born in Palmerston, Otago. After their mother's death in 1883 the twins attended school on alternate days so one could stay home to care for the five younger children in the family. In the evening the other taught her twin what she had learnt that day. Margaret went to Otago Girls' High School, where she was joint dux with her sister. Margaret attended the University of Otago Medical School. In 1897, she became the second woman in New Zealand to complete a medical course and the first registered woman doctor. During the First World War, Margaret ran the medical practice she worked for in Waimate, and shared the role as hospital superintendent. She was known for her dedication to her patients, particularly when the 1918 influenza pandemic struck.

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Historical or notable people

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Female

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