Patricia Bath, an ophthalmologist, invented the Laserphaco Probe in the 1980s, which has revolutionized the treatment of cataracts. She was the first African-American woman to receive a medical patent. Bath's invention not only preserved and restored the sight of millions but also demonstrated the significant impact women can have in medicine and health care, areas where their contributions have often been minimized.
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