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Grace Billings blue plaque

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Grace Billings blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: Dr Grace Billings (1872-1957) Cheltenham's first woman GP set up her practice here in 1899 Recorded plaque organisation: Cheltenham Civic Society and Friends of Pittville.
Dr Grace Billings was Cheltenham's first female general practitioner, establishing her medical practice in 1899; she is remembered for her pioneering role in advancing women's participation in the medical profession.

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