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Why critical care nurse Yuriy Soroka risked his life to give aid in a war zone

Yuriy Soroka, a critical care nurse at WellStar North Fulton Hospital and 2025 nominee for the AJC Nurse Excellence Award, shares his inspiring journey from Ukraine to the U.S. and back again. Motivated by the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, Yuriy risked his life to provide medical care in his homeland. His story highlights the vital role nurses play in times of crisis and the profound impact they can have both locally and globally.

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AJC |May 5, 2025
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Yuriy Soroka, Wellstar North Fulton

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