Joycelyn Elders - Age, Family, Bio
Rachel Acosta
Published Apr 09, 2026
Former Surgeon General of the United States from 1993 to 1994 who became known for her controversial views on issues like drug legalization and contraception.
Before Fame
She worked as a nurse's aide in a veterans hospital in Milwaukee.
Trivia
She became the first African American ever to be named Surgeon General in 1993.
Family Life
She grew up as the eldest of eight children.
Associated With
She was named Surgeon General by former President Bill Clinton.
