Emergency Room Radiologist: Patch Heroes

EAST HAVEN, CT — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Deborah Tarnawa, who nominated Michele Barker, an emergency room radiologist.

Name of the nominee:

Michele Barker

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:

Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Yale New Haven Hospital emergency room radiologist

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Michelle is an extraordinary person, with the biggest smile to make you feel all warm and safe. She works mostly long hours at night. The ER is crazy place right now, she's risking her life every day. She goes to work with grace and best side bed manner. You should be so lucky to be in her hands. She goes above and beyond to keep you safe and is not afraid.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Caring, courageous, funny, and beautiful.

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