Leader In Infectious Disease Fight Stays Humble: Deerfield Hero

DEERFIELD, IL — 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 Dr. Kristine Spilotro, of Deerfield, who nominated Adrienne Fisher, of Deerfield:

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:

Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Lead in infectious disease at Glenbrook Hospital, which is a COVID-19 only hospital

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She is an incredible woman and hard worker. She has not let up during this time; she has only worked harder and gone in over her weekends. She has to work because she provides medical insurance for her household. Her son is immunocomprimised and she needs to provide this insurance for his infusions he has every quartet to live. So she must go to work.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
She is extremely humble and giving in ways you see of very scarce these days of people. Basically, she has a huge heart.

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