Dr. Brinks was raised and educated in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Brinks is a comprehensive ophthalmologist, and leads the Casey Community Outreach Program focused on bringing advanced technology and high quality eye care to under-served rural communities throughout Oregon, Washington, and Alaska.

Dr. Brinks completed a masters degree at OSU in international health to support his work with the ministries of health overseas, furthering their vision for eye care in their countries. His international teaching and research endeavors have taken Dr. Brinks overseas to Cambodia, Bhutan, East Timor, Guatemala, the Marshall Islands, and the Samoas. 

While not at work, Dr. Brinks enjoys native forest restoration, surfing, and archery.