September 13, 2024 – Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH) proudly announced the success of the sports physical events and presented the earnings to each participating school. DCMH hosted the sports physical events consisting of five participating schools: Good Shepherd, Greensburg, North Decatur, South Decatur, and St. Mary’s. There were two nights available: July 18th for Good Shepherd, Greensburg, and St. Mary’s, along with July 24th for North Decatur and South Decatur. Providers who conducted the physicals included Dr. McCullough, Dr. Mungcal, Dr. Roberts, Dr. Steffen, and nurse practitioners Erin Diem, Lauren Karbowski, Monica Livers, Kelly Miller, and Shelly Walsman.
The cost for the physicals was twenty dollars per student-athlete, ten dollars less than the typical cost of a sports physical. DCMH partnered with each school to ensure that all proceeds earned from the events went back into each school’s athletic programs. The success was evident, as 139 students attended across the schools, raising $2,780 that was distributed.
Sports physicals are a crucial step for any student-athlete. They provide the necessary clearance to participate in sports, ensure the athlete is physically prepared, and address potential weaknesses that could lead to injury. They also provide baseline data that can be valuable in monitoring changes in the student athlete’s health. Additionally, they offer an opportunity for students to receive guidance and advice on nutrition, training, and injury prevention. Sports physicals are a vital tool to ensure the safety and well-being of any athlete.
DCMH Marketing & Communications Manager, Liz McCoy, said, “Serving our community remains our priority. By offering sports physicals at these after-hours events, we ensured students had access to the care needed. We are happy to make a part of the back-to-school process a little easier for students and parents alike.”
If you or someone you know could not attend the sports physical events, you can still schedule with your primary care provider by calling 812-222-DOCS (3627). Alternatively, you can schedule an appointment via your Patient Portal or walk-in at Immediate Care Clinic, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Call 812-222-DOCS for more information.
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