Phoenix Children's Hospital Doctor Infected With Coronavirus

PHOENIX, AZ — A doctor at Phoenix Children's Hospital has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to a news release from the hospital. No identifying information was provided in the release.

The doctor began to show symptoms on Friday, the release says. They had only treated one person in that week, which was on Friday. The doctor is now self-isolating and recovering.

Family and other staff members have been notified, the release says, though they said exposure is unlikely due to precautionary measures taken in the clinic.

"Our providers are on the front lines of an unprecedented public health emergency. They are abiding by all guidelines issued by national and local health authorities," the release said.

"In addition, we have implemented strict restrictions for visitors and patients and daily screenings of our employees. No other providers or staff members have developed symptoms, and no patients have shown signs of COVID-19."

See the Phoenix Children's Hospital news release here.