One woman, two worlds, zero quit — meet the doctor history almost forgot.
This short documentary tells the story of the life and legacy of Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte, an Omaha woman who became the first Native American physician.
Direction
Omaha community voices center the story, not outsiders.
Production
Archival photos given dignity, not dusty museum treatment.
Director
Ingrid Holmquist
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Picotte graduated medical school in 1889, 31 years before women could vote — and treated both Native and white patients while navigating federal agents who resented her authority.
The documentary was produced with Omaha Nation leadership; director Judi gaiashkibos is former Nebraska Commission on Indian Affairs executive director, ensuring community accountability.
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