Maria Khvilivitsky
1892–1969 (age 77)
Biography
Maria Khvilivitsky was a pioneering Soviet cardiologist whose medical expertise contributed significantly to the advancement of cardiovascular science. Her career represented the important role of women physicians in Soviet medicine during the twentieth century.
Dr. Khvilivitsky's dedication to her field and her patients left a lasting legacy in Soviet medical practice. She was laid to rest at Preobrazhenskoe Jewish Cemetery, honoring her contributions to both medicine and her community.