Dr. Alexa Canady

Dr. Alexa Canady

From Shmanners by Travis and Teresa McElroy

February 20, 2026 · 25 min · Episode 504

About this episode

This episode discusses the life and achievements of Dr. Alexa Canady, the first African American woman neurosurgeon in the U.S.

Hello Internet! This week's episode is all about the first African American woman neurosurgeon in the U.S., DR. ALEXA CANADY. Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend! Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota: https://www.ilcm.org/donate/

Topics covered

  • neurosurgery
  • African American history
  • women in medicine

Keywords

  • Dr. Alexa Canady
  • neurosurgeon
  • first African American woman

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Places: U.S.

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