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Joycelyn Elders, the first person in the state of Arkansas to become board certified in pediatric endocrinology, was the fifteenth Surgeon General of the United States, the first African American and only the second woman to head the U.S. Public Health Service.
Mar 5, 2020 · Joycelyn Elders is one of the leaders, innovators, activists, entertainers, athletes and artists who defined the last century. Find out why TIME chose Joycelyn Elders as one of the 100 women who ...
Dr. Joycelyn Elders completed her training and earned a master’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Arkansas in 1967. She joined the faculty of the University of Arkansas School of Medicine as a clinician and researcher in pediatric endocrinology.
May 29, 2018 · Born Joycelyn Minnie Jones, August 13, 1933, in Schaal, AR; daughter of Curtis and Haller Jones; married Oliver B. Elders (a high school basketball coach), February 14, 1960; children: Eric and Kevin. Education: Philander Smith College, B.A., 1952; received M.D. from University of Arkansas School of Medicine.
Aug 13, 2015 · National Library of Medicine. Joycelyn Elders was the first African-American to be appointed Surgeon-General of the United States. A brilliant, talented, and powerful woman, she had strong views and no hesitation in stating them—loudly, clearly, and honestly.
Nov 11, 2019 · Dr. Joycelyn Elders, first African American Surgeon General of the United States (1993-1994) Dr. Joycelyn Elders, the first African American Surgeon General of the United States, will visit the University of Houston to discuss the role of racism on health care outcomes.
Mar 18, 2024 · National. Executive Branch. Joycelyn Elders (1933–) aka: Minnie Lee Jones. Joycelyn Elders was director of the Arkansas Department of Health and the U.S. surgeon general in the administration of President Bill Clinton. Her controversial opinions led to her resignation after just over a year as surgeon general.
