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Colorado Experience

Justina Ford, M.D.

Rocky Mountain PBS’ flagship history series, explores the people, places, and events that have shaped Colorado’s rich heritage. Each episode aims to bring history to life, offering fresh perspectives that foster a deeper sense of connection and community among Coloradans.

Justina Ford, M.D.

Season 1 Episode 102 | 28m 10s | CC

Born with two strikes against her, Dr. Justina Ford overcame barriers of race and gender to become the first African- American woman to practice medicine in Colorado and delivered over 7,000 babies. In 1950, just two years before her death, she was inducted into the Colorado Women’s Hall of fame. Colorado Experience traces the life and legacy of one of the state’s most inspiring medical pioneers.

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