In ancient Rome, women physicians were held in equal esteem to their male colleagues. What do you think contributed to this level of recognition, and how does it compare to perceptions of women in medicine today?
What lessons can we learn from the high regard for women physicians in ancient Rome, and how might these insights influence modern conversations about gender equality in medicine?
What unique challenges and opportunities might women physicians have faced in ancient Rome? How do you think their roles differed from or complemented those of male physicians?
Roman physicians, including women, received rigorous training. What does this tell us about the value placed on medical education in ancient Rome, and how does it reflect their society’s approach to healthcare?
How do historical and archaeological sources help us piece together the stories of women in professions like medicine? What gaps might still exist in our understanding?
