Sophia Louisa Jex-Blake white plaque

This white commemorative plaque records: In this house was born Sophia Jex-Blake MD 1840-1912 Pioneer woman doctor

Dr Sophia Louisa Jex-Blake was a pioneering British physician who fought for women's medical education rights, co-founding the London School of Medicine for Women and helping establish the Edinburgh School of Medicine for Women. Her efforts were crucial in advancing the cause of women in medicine during the late 19th century.