Checking back in with a doctor 5 years after he was on the frontlines of the pandemic

By John Daley

Published March 14, 2025 at 4:59 PM EDT

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Dr. Kurt Papenfus, CEO of a small rural hospital in Colorado, was a memorable voice on NPR 5 years ago when he recounted his run in with "the 'rona beast." How is he five years later?