Susan Fisher-Hoch

About the Author

Susan Fisher-Hoch is a renowned epidemiologist and author whose groundbreaking work in infectious disease research has spanned decades, including pivotal roles in investigating outbreaks of Ebola, Lassa fever, and other viral threats at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). With a career marked by fieldwork in high-risk environments across Africa and beyond, she brings unparalleled authenticity to her writing, blending scientific rigor with compelling narratives that illuminate the human drama behind global health crises. Her book 'Level 4: Virus Hunters of the CDC' offers an insider's view of the elite biosafety level 4 labs, chronicling the courage and ingenuity of scientists racing to contain deadly pathogens. Fisher-Hoch's contributions extend to academic publications and public health advocacy, making her a vital voice in understanding and combating emerging infectious diseases.