

24 Hours Inside a Brooklyn Hospital
Apr 15, 2020
Sheri Fink, a New York Times correspondent known for her public health reporting, joins Dr. Josh Rosenberg, an attending physician at Brooklyn Hospital, to share gripping insights from the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the immense pressure faced by medical staff as they tackle overwhelming patient loads, including ethical dilemmas in treating critically ill individuals. Personal stories reveal the emotional toll on both healthcare workers and families, providing a stark look at life inside a pandemic-stricken hospital.
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Hospital Under Strain
- Sheri Fink embeds at Brooklyn Hospital Center, focusing on Dr. Josh Rosenberg's experience.
- The ICU doubles in size, repurposing areas like the chemotherapy treatment ward.
Confounding Cases
- Dr. Rosenberg begins rounds, finding patients with various conditions or none at all.
- Doctors are puzzled by the severity of some cases, lacking clear explanations.
Pregnant COVID Patient
- A pregnant COVID patient in the ICU requires a C-section two months early.
- Steroids help the baby's lungs, and doctors prioritize the mother's survival.