WATCH: Inspiring Inverness war doctor celebrates 100th birthday
One of the first female doctors to serve in World War II has reached an incredible milestone, turning 100 years of age.
Elspeth Taylor from Inverness was a wartime doctor, beginning her training during the war in Glasgow.
She then went on to gain further qualifications in obstetrics and public health, although she worked extensively as a GP throughout her medical career.
The “resilient” doctor spent a few years of her professional life in Inverness, during the 1950s, and recalls her office being part of the older council buildings on the city’s Glenurqhart Road.
Her daughter, Alis Ballance said: “My mum was born in 1924, when the world was such a different place and she led a remarkable life.
“She worked in Inverness going round giving injections to kids and families. My mum also used to go to schools and give injections and health checks in the middle of nowhere, and she would take her dog Sauna with her.
“It probably wouldn’t be allowed now, but the teachers used to let her bring the dog into the classroom and do all these party tricks for the kids.
“She really is remarkably strong.”
While Elspeth conquered an incredible medical career and broke many boundaries when it came to women in the workplace, she is unable to remember most of it now due to psychiatric health issues. She resides at Castle Hill care home in Inverness.
Despite her health issues she managed to have a lovely day with her family and was thrilled with her telegram from King Charles and Queen Camilla in addition to her gigantic cake from Harry Gow.
