The Department of Orthopaedics and the UNC Sports Medicine Institute would like to announce that the new and groundbreaking Sports Medicine Center (SMC) is now open and accepting patients at 6118 Farrington Road in Chapel Hill. The center takes over from the Orthopaedics clinic at Carolina Pointe II and brings together a variety of specialties to create a one-stop-shop for patients and families.
“The building represents the creation of an innovative comprehensive collaborative space that enriches the care we provide, enhances our ability to drive practice changing research and grows collaboration between all facets of care including medical, PT and more,” said Dr. David Berkoff, MD, Director of the Sports Medicine Institute.
The new 25,000 square foot clinic and research space includes:
- 1,650 square feet for Radiology, featuring new ultrasound and x-ray machines
- 2,900 square feet for Physical Therapy, featuring a full-service clinic
- 3,150 square feet for research space used by Orthopaedic, EXSS, Physical Therapy, and TARC
- 7,300 square feet for patient care, with 30+ exam rooms, and waiting areas
The SMC contains state-of-the-art equipment to bring quality care and research of the highest degree to patients. The innovative center also has two exam rooms dedicated exclusively to OrthoNow Urgent Care, which is now entirely housed at the center.
“This space provides us with a lot of ability to grow and to improve practice, in order to continue to create industry best practices,” continued Berkoff.
A grand opening for the building is set to take place in late November.