HUNTERDON COUNTY, NJ – The medical community and patients alike are mourning the sudden passing of Dr. Robert M. Lind, a respected endocrinologist at Diabetes and Endocrine Associates of Hunterdon, who died unexpectedly over the weekend. He was widely admired for his clinical excellence, warmth, and tireless dedication to his patients.
News of Dr. Lind’s death was shared in a heartfelt letter on Monday, June 9, 2025, by Hunterdon Health, where he had served for more than a decade. A trusted provider and a steady presence in the lives of countless patients, Dr. Lind was known not only for his sharp medical knowledge but also for his compassion, humility, and quiet sense of humor.
“Dr. Lind was an excellent provider and adored by his patients,” wrote Patrick Gavin, President and CEO of Hunterdon Health, and Dr. Jessica Codjoe, Chief Physician Executive of Hunterdon Medical Center. “His intelligence, kindness, humility, and keen sense of humor made him a true light in the lives of all who knew him.”
A graduate of Cornell University, Dr. Lind earned his medical degree from New York University (NYU) Grossman School of Medicine. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and went on to specialize in endocrinology through a fellowship at Mount Sinai Medical Center. He held board certifications in Internal Medicine as well as Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism through the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Over the course of his career, Dr. Lind developed a strong reputation for his work in treating diabetes, thyroid disorders, and metabolic bone diseases. He was recognized as a Jersey Choice Top Doctor, a distinction that underscored his professional excellence and deep commitment to patient care.
Beyond his clinical accomplishments, Dr. Lind was remembered by his patients as someone who listened, who cared deeply, and who made complex diagnoses feel manageable through empathy and clear communication. His passing has left many in shock, particularly those he was currently helping on their path to better health.
As patients and colleagues grieve this profound loss, Hunterdon Health has assured the community that efforts are being made to smoothly transition care to Dr. Lind’s colleagues within the endocrinology team.
Above all, Dr. Lind is being remembered as a devoted husband, father, and physician who left a lasting legacy in the lives of those he served. In respecting the family’s wishes, Hunterdon Health has asked for privacy as they mourn.
The loss of Dr. Robert Lind is deeply felt across New Jersey’s medical community, and he will be long remembered for the compassion, integrity, and brilliance he brought to the practice of medicine.