Athletes need a healthy body before they can score the winning touchdown. That’s why Central Valley Health and Jamestown Regional Medical Center are again partnering to offer sports physicals throughout the summer.
JRMC Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Timothy Volk and Orthopedic Physician Assistant Patrick Walter will offer the sports physicals at Central Valley Health beginning in May.
“Having been an athlete myself, I understand the importance of sports physicals,” Dr. Volk said. “Sports physicals can help identify any area that may be prone to injury.”
Each appointment lasts 30 to 45 minutes. The cost is $60.
This is the second year JRMC and CVH have partnered up to offer sports physicals to student-athletes. The organizations joined forces after learning that some families had to travel 100 miles for a sports physical, said Robin Iszler Central Valley Health Unit Administrator.
“We care about this community,” said Trisha Jungels, Chief Nursing Officer at JRMC. “They can count on JRMC to offer high-quality care close to home.”
A physical examination is valid for one school year. The exam determines if it is safe for a student to participate in a particular physical activity.
To schedule a sports physical or for more information, call Central Valley Health at (701) 252-8130.