'Working Tirelessly' In ICU: Elmhurst Hero

ELMHURST, 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 Karian Markos, who nominated her husband, Michael Markos, who is an intensive care unit physician.

Where the nominee lives:

Elmhurst

Name of the nominee:

Michael Markos

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?

Yes

What does the nominee do for work?

ICU physician

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?

My husband has been working tirelessly with his team in the ICU of Mercy Hospital in Chicago. He works in an underserved area providing the high quality medical care all people deserve.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?

He genuinely cares for each and every one of his patients.

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