by Ruth Simkin

“Dear Sophie is a flawless memoir that is not only a story of Dr Ruth Simkin, but a story of feminism and women in Canada and the field of medicine, skillfully woven together with valuable life lessons. I feel grateful to Dr Simkin not only for her pioneering work that improved the quality of life for so many women, but for sharing her experiences. I found this memoir not only insightful and inspiring and a bit shocking, but at times funny. I learned more than I expected. Thank you!”

“Beautiful memoir of a fascinating life. Simkin’s grand-niece Sophie is a very fortunate young woman. I wish I had such a handbook to life from my own grandmother – who had almost no formal education and was gone before I realized how many questions I should have asked.” — Rainbow Award judges

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“Dr. Simkin courageously writes about her experiences in medicine, very true to the times. She describes changes over the years in a way that is both uplifting and at times, sad. I appreciated the thoughtful way the story was presented along with the sage advice as a narrative for the author’s niece. This story will inspire all who read it. I would love to prescribe a copy of this book to all mothers to give to their daughters. And to all other women as well! Very absorbing and interesting. Loved this book!” — Dr. Jann Rogers, BSc, MD, CCFP, FCFP

“Hurdles to become a doctor” — Interview in Jewish Independent