Michael Jordan has launched another health clinic for uninsured patients to provide “critical services” to the residents of his hometown.
As the 57-year-old basketball legend announced, a new location of the Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic has come to life one year after the first clinic, which is located in west Charlotte, was established.
The new clinic is located in North End whereas it will provide “critical services” to the uninsured people of Jordan’s hometown amid the pandemic.
“When we came together to mark the first clinic’s opening last fall, no one could have predicted we would be facing a global pandemic just five months later,” the basketball star said.
“I’m so proud of the positive impact our clinic has had on the community so far, especially during COVID-19. Our second clinic will provide critical services to improve the health and lives of more Charlotteans, which is so important to me and to Novant Health.”
So far, the west Charlotte clinic located in Freedom Drive has already tended to over 3,300 patients including over 450 children.
“We are thrilled the North End community of Charlotte will have access to the same comprehensive care that is transforming lives at the Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic in west Charlotte,” Novant Health President and CEO Carl Armato expressed.
“The impact of the first clinic has been measurable and if COVID-19 has taught us anything, it is the importance of having accessible, safe and quality care in communities that need it most.
“Michael Jordan’s commitment to improving the health of our communities, and society, is deep-rooted. We’re so grateful to be his partner in bringing care and resources to those who would otherwise be without.”
While the basketball legend admitted “we’ve been dealt with some very difficult cards in 2020,” he said he hopes things will get better in 2021.
“The energy is just too strong for us to stop now and I have chill bumps just sitting here talking about it. I feel very proud that the relationship has evolved and we will continue to do great things with Charlotte and the community,” Jordan insisted.
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