Our local history comes to life starting tomorrow when Rochester College debuts the play - Petticoat Surgeon: The Life of Dr. Bertha Van Hoosen, dramatized by Dr. David Keller.
Born in Avon Township (Rochester Hills) in the midst of the Civil War, Bertha overcame the prejudices against women physicians to become a world-renowned surgeon, teacher, and researcher who practiced medicine for more than 60 years. The founder of the American Medical Women's Association, Bertha was inducted into the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame.
The obstetrics wing at Crittenton Hospital and Van Hoosen Middle School in the Rochester school district are named in honor of Bertha and her remarkable family.
Performances on Thursday - Sunday at Rochester College -
Adults - $10 in Advance $12 at the DoorStudents/Children - $5Group Rates are available. Tickets may be reserved. For information contact www.rc.edu/rctheater
Rochester Hills Museum Performances - Monday - WednesdayAdults - $10 & Students/Children $5 Tickets can be purchased via PayPal at www.rochesterhills.org/musprograms. Limited tickets available at the door.
Performances Monday - Wednesday at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - www.rochesterhills.org/musprograms
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