Heroes Behind the Mask
Heroes Behind the Mask captures untold narratives from healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic. From doctors and nurses to public health experts, this book explores the intersection of healthcare, humanity, and systemic inequity—all through real-life stories.
Featured Professionals
4 of 30 featured professionals who were interviewed for the book

Dr. Ann Chuang
Breast Surgery

Dr. Adam Goodcoff
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Love Anani
Emergency Medicine

Dr. Katherine Atkinson
Family Medicine
Meet the Authors
Ramsha Essa and Mirza Baig
Ramsha Essa and Mirza Baig, both graduates of Loyola University Chicago, co-authored Heroes Behind the Mask to highlight the sacrifices of healthcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their work captures the untold stories of frontline workers, offering a powerful reflection on resilience, struggle, and the lasting impact of the pandemic on the medical community.
Meet the Volunteers
Lead by Alina Azmat
The Heroes Behind the Mask project would not have been possible without the dedication of our incredible volunteer team, led by Alina Azmat. As Volunteer Team Lead, Alina has played a crucial role in organizing and mobilizing a diverse group of passionate individuals who have contributed to the research, outreach, editing, and marketing of this book.



















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