Abstract
Summarized by Lauren Payne
Dr. Ernest Patti, an ER attending physician at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, shared his experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. He detailed the hospital's transition from a Level 1 to a Level 2 trauma center due to resource constraints. Patty described the increased patient volume, with over 100,000 patients annually, and the emotional toll of treating critically ill COVID-19 patients without visitors. He highlighted the community's support, including food donations and personal protective equipment. Patti also mentioned the loss of colleagues and the importance of teamwork in managing the pandemic.
Recommended Citation
Naison, Mark, "Dr. Ernest Patti" (2024). Bronx African American History Project (BAAHP). 13.
https://research.library.fordham.edu/baahp_oral/13
