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The fight against cancer is a team sport, and we are all in this together. We joined forces with the Carolina Panthers to honor some incredible fighters and survivors in our community. Atrium Health patients Teri, Marvin, Wayne, Lisa, Griffin, and Libby were given a special invitation to Saturday’s practice, offering them a behind-the-scenes experience leading up to the Panthers Crucial Catch game. These brave individuals served as honorary captains and received their very own official jerseys, complete with personalized nameplates that symbolize their unique cancer journeys. Dr. Stuart Burri, chairman of radiation oncology at Atrium Health Levine Cancer, took on the role of the game’s Keep Pounding Drummer, embodying the resilience and determination that our patients exemplify every day. Today's game is a powerful reminder of the incredible community that stands behind those battling cancer. Learn more about the patients: https://lnkd.in/eXxqDxS7

Atrium Health Pineville’s Emergency Services Leadership Team had the chance to visit the site of the Free-Standing Emergency Department in Ballantyne that will open in the months ahead. This visit underscores our commitment to providing exceptional medical services and advancing patient care in our community. The new facility will offer state-of-the-art emergency care. We are excited about the positive impact this new department will have and look forward to sharing more updates as we move closer to its grand opening.

Atrium Health teammates were recognized as Charlotte Business Journal “Health Care Heroes” at an event held recently. CBJ’s Health Care Heroes, in its fourth year, is a program that highlights local heroes who make our community a better place. Atrium Health had 15 award finalists and four winners across eleven categories, including a Lifetime Achievement award for longtime Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital teammate Diana James. “Each of the people here this evening – and the countless others they represent – are some of the brightest and bravest among us,” said Ken D. Haynes, president of the Southeast Region for Advocate Health, as he opened the event. “We honor and applaud their remarkable contributions to our community. The care they have provided has saved lives and brightened futures. I’m especially proud of our Atrium Health teammates being recognized whose courage and compassion drive innovation and ensure that quality care is accessible – for all.” Learn more: https://bit.ly/3BAj57r

Blockbuster news 📣 Get ready for a groundbreaking advancement in cancer care. Pediatric and adult oncology patients will soon have access to proton beam therapy – a highly precise and effective radiation treatment that targets tumors with pinpoint accuracy, reducing side effects and improving quality of life. The new Atrium Health Levine Cancer Proton & Advanced Radiation Center in Charlotte will be the only facility in the Carolinas offering this state-of-the-art treatment. With fewer than 50 centers nationwide, this is a game-changer for patients in the region. The new era of cancer treatment in the Carolinas is here.

"Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” - Mr. Rogers When 11-year-old Jamie’s home collapsed in a mudslide during Hurricane Helene, he was trapped beneath the rubble. Jamie’s loyal dog, Tucker, located him and barked to alert rescuers of where Jamie was, allowing them to pull him from the wreckage just in time. Jamie was immediately airlifted to Atrium Health Levine Children’s Jeff Gordon’s Children's Center in Concord, NC to be cared for, uncertain of what had happened to his family. His care team worked around the clock, not just to treat his injuries, but to bring his loved ones to him. After 36 long hours, Jamie’s grandparents and his sister, Jemma, were all finally reunited at the hospital in the wake of the hurricane devastation. Jamie’s care team began to care for the whole family—buying clothes, securing medical supplies and making sure they were comfortably settled in a room together. Tucker wasn’t forgotten either. The team made arrangements to get Tucker, who was still up near their collapsed home, and reunite Jamie with his furry friend outside of the hospital. Tucker is now being fostered by one of our nurses while the family recovers and works to find a new place to live, giving Jamie the comfort of knowing his family—including his four-legged one—are by his side. While there is still much healing to be done, we are thankful that Jamie and his family are safe and together once again. We extend our deepest gratitude to those first responders who rescued Jamie and got him to us for care. We thank our teammates who didn’t just care for Jamie medically, but also went above and beyond to care for the hearts of the entire family!

Bank of America Stadium has hosted many legends on its field, and last night it celebrated a few more. 💪 Levine Cancer patients and their dedicated care teams were invited for a special family-style dinner on the field. Providers heard from patients Max Savar, Alicia Mendoza, Hailey Venable and Lindsay Gullatte-Lee, who shared their compelling stories - highlighting the profound impact of compassionate care. Thank you to the Carolina Panthers for celebrating the unwavering dedication of Levine Cancer teammates and the resilience of their patients.