Mary Haviland Stilwell Kuesel
Pioneer American dentist
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Mary Haviland Stilwell Kuesel sometimes spelled Stillwell-Kuesel (April 30, 1866 – June 22, 1936) was a pioneer American dentist.[1] She was the founder of the Women's Dental Association of the United States, which she founded in 1892 with 12 charter members.[2]
April 30, 1866
Mary Haviland Stilwell Kuesel | |
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Dr. Mary H. Stilwell | |
| Born | Mary Haviland Stilwell April 30, 1866 |
| Died | June 22, 1936 (aged 70) |
| Occupation | Dentist |
| Known for | Founded the Women's Dental Association of the U.S. |
| Spouse | George C. Kuesel |
Biography
Mary Haviland Stilwell was born April 30, 1866, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 1892, she founded the Women's Dental Association of the U.S. with 12 charter members.[2][3][4]
In 1902, she married Dr. George C. Kuesel,[5] a medical doctor.[6] They were associate members of the Fairmount Park Art Association.[7] She died June 22, 1936, in Philadelphia of coronary thrombosis.[5] Her correspondence is held in a collection by the Historical Society of Pennsylvania.[8]
