More than 600 student-athletes screened for health and safety at free Heart of a Champion event in Winston-Salem
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Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist hosted its annual Heart of a Champion Day in Winston Salem on May 17, offering free, comprehensive health screenings to over 600 local student-athletes. This collaborative event, featuring Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist's primary care, orthopedic and heart teams, helped identify both orthopedic and cardiac conditions that could impact a student's ability to safely participate in sports, including rare but serious heart issues.
The screenings offered students a thorough assessment, including musculoskeletal exams, heart checks, vision screenings and general medical evaluations — all in one visit.
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'Prevention is everything when it comes to keeping young athletes healthy,' said Dr. Heath Thornton, medical director for the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Athletic Trainer outreach program. 'Heart of a Champion Day brings together the care and expertise that students need for a comprehensive pre-sports screening — all in one place. Whether it's a heart condition or a joint issue, these screenings give us a chance to catch concerns early and guide families toward the right next steps.'
Heart of a Champion Day has become a significant annual initiative that reflects Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist's dedication to the community, ensuring that student-athletes are not only ready for competition but also equipped with the knowledge to take charge of their health. This wellness event was made possible with the support of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist volunteers, including doctors, nurses, athletic trainers and other health care professionals.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a pre-eminent academic learning health system based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and part of Advocate Health. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist's two main components are an integrated clinical system with locations throughout the region and
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More than 600 student-athletes screened for health and safety at free Heart of a Champion event in Winston-Salem
expand Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist hosted its annual Heart of a Champion Day in Winston Salem on May 17, offering free, comprehensive health screenings to over 600 local student-athletes. This collaborative event, featuring Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist's primary care, orthopedic and heart teams, helped identify both orthopedic and cardiac conditions that could impact a student's ability to safely participate in sports, including rare but serious heart issues. The screenings offered students a thorough assessment, including musculoskeletal exams, heart checks, vision screenings and general medical evaluations — all in one visit. expand 'Prevention is everything when it comes to keeping young athletes healthy,' said Dr. Heath Thornton, medical director for the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Athletic Trainer outreach program. 'Heart of a Champion Day brings together the care and expertise that students need for a comprehensive pre-sports screening — all in one place. Whether it's a heart condition or a joint issue, these screenings give us a chance to catch concerns early and guide families toward the right next steps.' Heart of a Champion Day has become a significant annual initiative that reflects Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist's dedication to the community, ensuring that student-athletes are not only ready for competition but also equipped with the knowledge to take charge of their health. This wellness event was made possible with the support of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist volunteers, including doctors, nurses, athletic trainers and other health care professionals. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a pre-eminent academic learning health system based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and part of Advocate Health. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist's two main components are an integrated clinical system with locations throughout the region and
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