Local Hero: Doctor Works At Epicenter Of NYC's Coronavirus Crisis

ELMHURST, QUEENS — 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 Vinay Katari, whose brother Dr. Ravi Katari is working literally on the frontlines of the coronavirus epidemic — Elmhurst Hospital.

Name of nominee:

Where the nominee lives:

New York City

Name of the nominee:

Dr. Ravi Katari

Name of the person who nominated the hero:

Vinay Katari

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:

Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:

Emergency medicine staff at Elmhurst

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

He is quite literally on the front line at what was the epicenter of the COVID19

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

His family is very proud of him

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