Elizabeth Fleischmann-Aschheim (March 5, 1867, to August 3, 1905) was a trailblazing radiographer whose contributions to early X-ray technology reshaped medical diagnostics and set the foundation for modern radiographic safety. At a time when the medical community was still uncovering the possibilities of X-rays, she boldly stepped into an uncharted field, demonstrating both technical expertise and determination to advance scientific knowledge regardless of the risk. Despite facing societal and economic challenges, Fleischmann's unwavering dedication to her craft not only revolutionized radiography but also emphasized the urgent need for safety measures, an aspect tragically reinforced by her fate as the first woman to die of X-ray radiation exposure.