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Zhang Xiaoniang (11th-century), was a Chinese physician. She is known as one of the famous four female physicians in Chinese history, along with Yi Jia of Western Han dynasty, Gu Bao of the Jin dynasty and Tan Yunxian, who was active during the Ming dynasty. [1] She was active during the reign of Emperor Renzong of Song.

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References

  1. Zheng Jin-Sheng. “Female Medical Workers in Ancient China.”