Patricia Bath was an influential African American ophthalmologist, inventor, and humanitarian known for her pioneering work in the field of ophthalmology and her contributions to eye health care. Born on November 4, 1942, in New York City, she became the first African American woman to complete a residency in ophthalmology in the United States. One of Bath's most significant contributions is the invention of the Laserphaco Probe, a device that uses laser technology to perform cataract surgery.

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