'She Goes Above And Beyond': Stamford Hero

STAMFORD, 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 a Shelton resident, who nominated Saumya Easaw of Stamford:

Where the nominee lives:
Stamford

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Shelton

Name of the nominee:
Saumya Easaw

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Monika

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Physician at St Vincent's Medical Center

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She is doing so much to help her patients during this time. She goes above and beyond, and all while sacrificing time with her newborn son.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
She is dedicated, loves her job and her patients love her.

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.