Miriam Süsskind Borenstein

About the Author

Miriam Süsskind Borenstein is a distinguished historian and scholar specializing in the evolution of healthcare professions in Brazil. With a deep commitment to uncovering the narratives of women in medicine, she has dedicated her career to exploring the social, cultural, and professional dimensions of nursing. Her seminal work, Enfermagem: história de uma profissão (Portuguese Edition), meticulously chronicles the development of nursing from its colonial roots to modern practices, highlighting the resilience and contributions of nurses amid societal changes. Borenstein's research draws on extensive archival sources and oral histories, offering insightful perspectives on gender roles and labor in healthcare. As a professor and author, she continues to influence academic discourse on public health history, advocating for the recognition of nursing as a vital pillar of Brazilian society.