Eliza Maria Mosher

Biography

Eliza Maria Mosher, born in 1846, was a pioneering physician, educator, and author who devoted herself to improving people’s health and advancing the role of women in medicine. She championed physical education, humane treatment, and progressive care while writing thoughtfully about the importance of social reform.

She died in 1928 and rests in Oak Glen Cemetery, leaving behind a legacy of compassionate care that continues to inspire healers and advocates for equity.