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A tribute graphic honoring Dr. Thelma Patten Law, Houston’s first African American female physician. The image features her black-and-white portrait on the left and her name, title, and life years on a blue background on the right, accompanied by a caduceus symbol and the title "Hidden Healers of Medicine.
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Historical Black Figures: The Hidden Healers: Houston’s First Black Female Physician: Dr. Thelma Patten Law’s Legacy

by Dr. Frederick EcholsFebruary 24, 2026February 23, 2026

Dr. Thelma Patten Law, Houston’s first African American female physician, revolutionized maternal healthcare for Black women in segregated Texas, reducing maternal mortality and improving birth outcomes.

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