And four! The fourth clinic funded by donations of Michael Jordan has just opened, and after the first two in Charlotte, the last two were inaugurated in Wilmington, where “His Airness” grew up.
The four clinics, built and managed in partnership with Novant Health, settled in areas where access to care is complicated, with populations badly or downright not guaranteed. Populations that clinics financed by Michael Jordan take care of, unlike other hospitals in the region …
“I am very proud to associate myself again with Novant Health to expand the model of the family clinic in order to improve access to essential medical services in the city where I grew up”had explained the former owner of the Hornets when he had given the $ 10 million which made it possible to create these two new clinics. “Everyone should have access to quality health care, whatever the place they live, and whether they have insurance. Wilmington occupies a special place in my heart and it is really rewarding to be able to give back to the community that supported me throughout my life. »»
Take care of patients badly or not insured
Because it should be remembered that healing in the United States costs extremely expensive if you do not benefit from a mutual insurance within your business. Each year, nearly 600,000 American citizens declare themselves insolvent because they can no longer pay the medical costs that their health requires!
In Wilmington, some were able to see a doctor for the first time at the first clinic, opened last year.
“We deeply thank Michael Jordan for his generosity and his vision, which made it possible to make these two clinics a reality in our community”explains Ernie Bovio, President of Novant Health Coastal Region. “Thanks to this philanthropic partnership, our Greenfield Street clinic, which opened its doors last year, welcomed nearly 1,800 patients during its first nine months of existence. »»
“It is really rewarding to know that in less than a year, our first clinic in Wilmington has already had a significant impact on the health and well-being of individuals and families of the city where I grew up”concludes Michael Jordan. “My Wilmington visit last year for the opening of our first clinic was incredibly moving and strengthened the importance of access to quality health care. »»
