Medicine Woman

The documentary showcases the journey of Susan La Flesche Picotte, who graduated at the top of her class and returned to serve her Omaha tribe during a tumultuous period. It offers a powerful look at the challenges she faced as a pioneer in the medical field, while also addressing the ongoing health crises in Native American communities today.

Featuring the voices of contemporary medicine women from the Omaha, Lakota, and Navajo tribes, the film emphasizes resilience and hope in the face of adversity. These modern healers carry on Picotte's legacy by addressing issues such as disease, suicide, and mental health within their communities. The documentary provides a poignant commentary on the intersection of culture and healing.

For collectors, Medicine Woman is available in DVD and VHS formats. This range of formats caters to both traditional and modern collectors of documentary films, making it a noteworthy addition to any collection focused on indigenous stories and the history of medicine.