Usama Riaz
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Usama Riaz | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1993/1994 |
| Died | 23 March 2020 (aged 26) |
| Cause of death | COVID-19 |
| Occupation | Physician |
| Known for | Work during the COVID-19 pandemic |
Usama Riaz (Urdu: اسامہ ریاض; 1993 – 23 March 2020) was a Pakistani physician from Gilgit-Baltistan.[1]
During his career, Riaz screened pilgrims who had returned to Pakistan from Iran.[2]
He also treated people in intensive care diagnosed with COVID-19, despite lacking personal protective equipment,[3][4] which increased his personal risk.[5][6]
