2 U.S. ER Doctors Currently in Critical Condition Following Coronavirus Pandemic

The selfless dedication of health workers surely has its consequences. Two emergency room doctors working to help treat those infected by the coronavirus in the U.S. are in critical condition, as said by a statement from the American College of Emergency Physicians.

These two cases have prompted safety concerns for medical professionals who work hard to help limit the spread of the virus. According to Fox News, COVID-19 has now infected over 3,700 people and killed at least 69 in the states.

ACEP President William Jaquis said in a statement that “this virus is dangerous, and its impact is still unfolding. As emergency physicians, we answer the call to care for our most vulnerable, even at great personal risk. Knowing that, I urge each of you to meticulously follow the recommended precautions to protect yourself.”

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Last week, a 70-year-old physician in Paterson, N.J. – leading the emergency preparedness unit at an institution in the state – was admitted to a hospital for having upper respiratory problems and remains isolated in intensive care.

An emergency physician in his 40s living in Washington is in stable but critical condition after having symptoms consistent with the COVID-19. According to the ACEP, it is unclear whether the virus was spread at work or in the community.

In late February, U.S. Surgeon General Jerome M. Adams tweeted that there is a shortage of N95 masks that doctors need to treat patients: “They are NOT effective in preventing general public from catching #Coronavirus, but if healthcare providers can’t get them to care for sick patients, it puts them and our communities at risk!”

According to Jaquis: “We remain in contact with CDC, Congress, regulatory agencies and other key decision-makers to do all we can to protect patients, physicians and emergency personnel. As emergency physicians, we know the risks of our calling. We stand united with our colleagues and our thoughts and prayers for a full and speedy recovery are with each of them and their families.”