Free Sports Physicals Aid in Pursuit of Special Olympics Dreams

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Great Lakes Region served as the official medical provider at a recent Special Olympics event. Doctors and medical residents from AdventHealth Medical Group provided free sports physicals for hundreds of athletes preparing to participate in the Chicagoland Special Olympics.

The Medfest event removes financial and logistical barriers for many of the participants, making it easier for more children and adults to enter the Special Olympics.

Click the play button on the video above to see more of how support is provided to help make these athletes’ dreams come true.