Heather Patterson is an adult and pediatric emergency physician and an award-winning photographer from Calgary, AB. During the pandemic, she began photographing the intimate moments at Calgary hospitals that went on to become Shadows and Light, her recent book publication. Using compelling visual storytelling, her images depict the humanity of those we care for, the extraordinary team we work with, and the moments that define us as healthcare providers. Photographs from her ongoing project have been featured in Macleans, where they were a finalist for a National Magazine Award, The Globe and Mail, Calgary Herald and on national media outlets. She has received the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians’ award for Medical Journalism in 2022 and her images have been recognized in numerous international photography competitions.
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