Hit The Road, Matt

This being my second to last day here at St. Anthony’s, I thought I would take this opportunity to say a quick farewell and a thanks to everyone who has made my time here so special. It has been an honor working among people with such a tremendous generosity of spirit, from my coworkers, to our volunteers, and most importantly the guests we serve each day.

As the resident Clinic liaison, I have had the opportunity to get to know the inner workings of a first rate free medical clinic that serves as a medical home for thousands of uninsured patients. I have seen programs thrive, like our Chronic Care Managment Program, through which we help patients with diabetes or asthma learn to control their condition and improve their health. I have witnessed the arduous transition from an antiquated paper-based record system to a cutting-edge electronic medical record.  Recently, I took part in a move across the street to a vibrant new clinic with expanded capacity to meet the growing need for our care.

I’m sad to go but grateful for being a part of this work. These experiences have deepened my appreciation for St. Anthony’s and prompted my decision to pursue graduate studies in public health–a field in which I hope to improve the health of underserved communities like the Tenderloin. Thanks for being an inspiration!