Adriana Eich Kuhnen

About the Author

Adriana Eich Kuhnen is a distinguished Brazilian historian and nursing scholar whose work illuminates the evolution of healthcare professions in Latin America. With a PhD in History from the University of São Paulo, she has dedicated her career to exploring the social, cultural, and institutional dimensions of nursing, drawing on archival research and interdisciplinary approaches to reveal the often-overlooked contributions of women in medicine. Her seminal book, Enfermagem: história de uma profissão (Portuguese Edition), traces the origins and development of nursing in Brazil from colonial times to the present, highlighting its transformation from a marginalized role to a cornerstone of public health. Kuhnen's engaging narratives blend meticulous scholarship with accessible prose, making complex historical narratives relatable to both academics and general readers. She currently teaches at a leading university in Porto Alegre, where she mentors the next generation of historians while continuing her research on gender and labor in healthcare.