[Dr. Gustav Feldmann (1872-1947)--promoter of Jewish nursing in Germany]

The origins of Jewish nursing in Germany date back to the last part of the 19th Century. In the wake of national socialism tyranny (NS-Zeit), the existence of Jewish nursing was completely destroyed. Regarding establishment and solicitous development for Jewish women, owing to a Jewish doctor living in Stuttgart Dr. Gustav Feldmann (1872-1947) whose contribution to developing new profession in the first quarter of the 20th century was not without merit. Up to now, he was hardly recognized by medical history and historical research. The following contribution serves to get a better view of his life and activities; most importantly to introduce his published work to a wide readership.