Jack Orrin Gratch

So very heartbroken to learn of Jack's death. My husband knew his during his paramedic days, and always had such kind remarks about him and his staff. I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Gratch at OMCT, then at Plaza Medical. Each time meeting him I learned more and more from him. A great teacher, and a very kind gentleman. My most sincere sympathy to Denise. Cody and Bonnie Black

A bright and funny class mate!

We miss you Doc.

I was a student at TCOM where Jack taught me the physiology of the kidneys and how important they are. He was brilliant and caring and had high demands on his students but it´s because he loved his work and the patients he treated and wanted to pass that knowledge on. I will be forever grateful for his teaching. I am so sorry for your loss. Tanchumin

My mother, Melba Bettencourt, was a patient of Dr. Gratch from 1989 until her passing in 2006, and she was on dialysis all of those years. Mom and I both respected Dr. Gratch so much and I wanted to express my condolences to his family. Thank you for the care of my mom!

I trained with Jack, and while I hadn´t seen him in several decades his passing has caused me a great deal of sorrow. I share many memories. He was certainly one of a kind with an absolutely amazing sense of humor. My deepest condolences go out to his family and loved ones. Michael Slavin

Jack was an excellent teacher and physician and I learned a lot of physiology under him at TCOM. His legacy will go on through the students and residents he trained. Go in peace, Jack Carolyn Quist, DO

Denise and the Gratch Family- I first met Dr Gratch in 1984 when I worked at TCOM Internal Medicine Department. There I became aware of his goal of excellence in patient care. He was tough but he was appreciative of a job well done and believe me I explained to a few nurses if you do the job right, you will earn his trust and respect. From a Pittsburgh Girl- I could always appreciate this Philly guy. Hopefully you all have wonderful memories to carry you through

My best friend throughout high school. We were in the band and each of us worked at a drug store. Another great guy lost. Marv Waxman Friend