'Goes Above And Beyond:' ER Doctor Nominated As Ocean City Hero

OCEAN CITY, NJ — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Kerri Janto, who nominated Dr. Keith Grim.

Where the nominee lives: Ocean City

Where the person who nominated the hero lives: Ocean City

Name of the nominee: Keith Grim

Name of the person who nominated the hero: Kerri Janto

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Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”? Yes.

What does the nominee do for work? Emergency-room doctor.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored? Dr. Keith Grim always goes above and beyond the call to help both personally and professionally!

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero? He is a local hero to our community and his patients and Shore Memorial.

Do YOU have a hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.

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