Doctor’s lady

Object/Artifact

Dr. Robert Greenspan's Medical History Museum

Name/Title

Doctor’s lady

Description

Ivory Chinese doctor's lady in use because early social customs interfered with direct patient contact by physicians. Some Eastern cultures considered physical examination inappropriate, and female patients were required to point out areas of discomfort on ivory “doctors’ ladies.” There is some debate regarding the use of these manikins in ancient Chinese history since there is no documentation. A pointer of about 2' was used by patients.

Made/Created

Time Period

20th Century

Dimensions

Height

5 in

Width

19 in

Depth

5 in

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Date Examined

Aug 4, 2026

Created By

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Create Date

August 4, 2026

Updated By

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Update Date

September 27, 2026