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Where the History of Vision and Black History Month Cross Paths
History is everywhere and touches every part of our world and our lives. Some of the most widely known names in history cross paths during the month of February as we celebrate the rich culture of Black History Month.
Earlier this month, we wrote about America’s first black ophthalmologist, Dr. David K McDonough, who broke barriers in a time of heightened racial inequality in the early 19th century.
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Dr. McDonough’s bravery and ambitious spirit led to people like Dr. William H. Lawson, Powell Johnson, Kenneth J. Dunkley and Dr. Patricia Bath who have impacted things you do and see every day without you even knowing it. They have made great advances in the vision industry and boundaries continue to be broken every day.
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Lawson – First African American Optometrist
What better place to start than at the beginning? Dr. William H. Lawson was the first African American to have been licensed to practice op