Grossmont Healthcare District Healthcare Hero Award: Raymond Fink, MD

Congratulations to endocrinologist Raymond Fink, MD, SDCMS-CMA member since 1987, for his having been selected as a Grossmont Healthcare District Healthcare Hero for his work as a physician volunteer for Project Access San Diego. This award recognizes volunteer caregivers who help advance the delivery of healthcare and improve the quality of life for East County residents.

A practicing physician, Dr. Fink was the first endocrinologist to provide consultative care for Project Access, and has been active in recruiting other medical specialists to help those who cannot afford specialty care. His private practice focuses on the diagnosis and management of hormonal conditions and often involves diabetes or metabolism conditions, including thyroid issues.

As a volunteer, the La Mesa resident reviews and analyzes medical charts, makes treatment recommendations by phone or email, and often personally sees patients who have been referred from an East County community clinic. Recently, he cared for an uninsured patient with a thyroid nodule that was later discovered to be cancerous. His willingness to provide timely medical advice to those who lack access to specialty care is improving the overall health outcomes of our community.

Thank you, Dr. Fink, for your dedication to the medically underserved of San Diego County!