Mabel's 10,000
The "Mabel's 10,000" cache is named for Middletown's pioneering first female doctor who is a large part of the Atrium/Middletown Regional Hospital history. When Dr. Gardner started her practice in Middletown in 1915, she was the city’s first woman doctor and during 50-plus years of practice, she delivered more than 10,000 Middletown babies. The Atrium/Middletown Regional hospital celebrated 100 years in the community in 2017, having begun in the wake of a tragic train collision and a devastating flood in the early 20th century, community leaders led the drive to ensure the Middletown community had its own hospital, opening Middletown Hospital opened its doors with 28 beds and seven staff members.
Welcome to the Middletown OHIO New Discoveries GeoTour
We are excited for you to discover all of the things we love about our All American City! The New Discoveries GeoTour has 25 caches to find, all located in publicly accessible areas.
Cache Background
Dr. Gardner held a number of leadership roles such as secretary and president of the Butler County Medical Association, president of the Middletown Hospital staff, and member of the Middletown Board of Health. She was a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She was also active in civic improvement projects in her community, especially initiatives to improve national health standards, the cancer crusade, tuberculosis prevention, and girls’ clubs. She was on the alumnae board of the University of Cincinnati Medical School and served as president for one year.
Dr. Gardner was an active member of the Southwestern Ohio Branch of AMWA. Her contributions and involvement led her to serve as the national AMWA President from 1947 to 1948. She was awarded the Elizabeth Blackwell award in 1956 for her efforts and dedication to women in medicine.
Cache Description
A typical traditional hide, small in size. The hint reveals it all.
Make sure to locate the code word for your passport!