RACISM IN MEDICINE

Cinemavixion Review

This documentary delves into the significant history of St. Louis, Missouri's premier Black hospital. Operating from 1937 to 1979, it served as a crucial training ground, educating the largest number of Black doctors and nurses globally. The film chronicles the hospital's trajectory through both the pre- and post-desegregation eras, offering a poignant look at its rise and eventual fall amidst changing societal landscapes. It highlights the vital role such institutions played in medical education and practice for African Americans.