Our local history comes to life starting tomorrow when Rochester College debuts the play - Petticoat Surgeon: The Life of Dr. Bertha Van Hoosen, dramatized by Dr. David Keller. Born in Avon Township (Rochester Hills) in the midst of the Civil War, Bertha overcame the prejudices against women physicians to become a world-renowned surgeon, teacher, and researcher who practiced medicine for more than 60 years. The founder of the American Medical Women's Association, Bertha was inducted into … [Read more...]
Rochester College presents original play about life of Dr. Bertha Van Hoosen
May 5, 2014 by Leave a Comment
"Petticoat Surgeon: The Life of Dr. Bertha Van Hoosen," an original play based upon the Rochester doctor's 1947 autobiography, will be performed in May and June at Rochester College and the Van Hoosen Museum, according to a press release from the school. Dr. David Keller, dean of Rochester College's School of Humanities, penned the play after reading Van Hoosen's autobiography "Petticoat Surgeon." Keller structured the play in a “reader’s theatre” format, which is accessible for school … [Read more...]
