In celebration of National Doctors Day, the Mobile Outreach Clinic (MOC) would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the numerous doctors who have generously volunteered their time and expertise with our clinic. Your dedication and compassion have had an immeasurable impact on our patients and the community.
In recognition of this special day, the MOC is honored to spotlight two of our longstanding physicians, Dr. Henry Storch, MD, and Dr. Harvey Rohlwing, MD, FACEP, through a brief interview.
DR. HENRY STORCH, MD
Why did you decide to become a physician?
Dr. Storch: I decided to become a doctor because I wanted to help people. I had the perfect role model, my father. I saw him give care and compassion to any person who came to his office. I have tried to emulate that when I am on the (MOC) bus to the students, to not only be a doctor, but to be a physician.
And now, as you continue your professional journey, how are you working to carry forward that legacy of compassionate care?
Dr. Storch: Although I don’t go to an office every day, I try to keep current by attending conferences and webinars through the University of Florida. I have a current Florida license, which allows me to volunteer at the Mobile Outreach (clinic) bus. I hope to be a role model to our future providers.
DR. HARVEY ROHLWING, MD, FACEP
Why did you decide to become a physician?
Dr. Rohlwing: Since childhood, I have desired to become a doctor. This passion grew during my middle school years when I observed the admiration and respect doctors received from the community. Although I excelled in science and math as a student, my knowledge of the medical field was limited. However, my electrical engineering advisor recognized my potential and urged me to consider a career in medicine.
And now, as you continue your professional journey, how are you working to carry forward that legacy of compassionate care?
After over 30 years in emergency medicine, I retired. Now, I volunteer full-time, providing medical care at Grace Marketplace with the Medical Reserve Corp. I’ve helped establish Grace Healthcare Service, essentially a pharmacy at Grace Marketplace. I also volunteer with the Mobile Outreach Clinic on Thursday mornings. This work is both interesting and rewarding and it has been a pleasure working with the staff, students, and patients.