COMMITMENT TO OUR COMMUNITY
COMMITMENT TO OUR COMMUNITY
“ I ’ ve had the privilege of being a part of the history of sports medicine in Alabama since 1974 . We ’ ve come a long way with technology advancements and resources , and I am excited about the future growth and development of sports medicine at UAB .”
– Drew Ferguson , Director of Development Orthopaedic Surgery , Sports Medicine
The UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery prides itself on outreach across the greater Birmingham community . A few of the ways we are actively involved are highlighted below :
Children ’ s of Alabama
With a longstanding partnership with the state ’ s largest children ’ s hospital , many of the Orthopaedic Surgery faculty and staff who specialize in pediatric orthopaedics care for patients at Children ’ s of Alabama .
Youth Sports and Programs
Supporting community programs for the youth of Alabama is incredibly important to UAB . Each year , we sponsor local youth sports and provide education and training to coaches and staff on concussion protocols and safer play . We also cover games and administer on-site care to our youth athletes .
Professional Partnerships
We are proud medical providers for the USFL , The World Games 2022 , Birmingham Legion Football Club , Birmingham Bulls Hockey , UAB Blazer Athletics , Birmingham Vulcan Rugby , the U . S . Ski & Snowboard team , USA Wheelchair Rugby , and many local youth soccer clubs and high schools . Through these partnerships , we provide top-notch patient care while also supporting local organizations that in turn provide for the community .
Ortho Now Program
Established in 2020 , the Ortho Now program provides more timely access to orthopaedic care by diverting patients with acute minor injuries away from the busy Emergency Department and providing more immediate service for those with orthopaedic emergencies .
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