Hickory – FryeCare Physicians Network is helping local student-athletes prepare for the upcoming sports season by offering free preparticipation physical examinations on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at FryeCare Cardiology, 2660 Tate Blvd., Hickory, North Carolina.
To help ensure a smooth experience, priority time slots have been reserved specifically for student-athletes from schools that Frye has an established partnership. The schedule is as follows:
8:30-9:15 a.m. – Hickory High School and Grandview Middle School
9:15-10 a.m. – Hickory Christian Academy and Northview Middle School
10-10:45 a.m. – Fred T. Foard High School and Jacobs Fork Middle School
10:30-noon – Walk in exams open to all area student-athletes
“This event reflects our commitment to investing in the health and safety of our young athletes,” said Lindy White, chief executive officer of Frye Regional Medical Center. “By providing convenient, no-cost sports physicals, we’re helping families prepare for the season ahead while reinforcing the importance of preventive care. Supporting student-athletes today contributes to a healthier, stronger community tomorrow.”
Parents or guardians do not need to be present during the physical; however, they must complete and sign the North Carolina Athletic Association Preparticipation Physical Examination (PPE) form in advance. Please note that additional forms for camps or non-school athletic leagues will not be completed at this event.
Sports physicals are designed to identify potential health concerns before students participate in athletic activities. While not a substitute for an annual comprehensive wellness visit, these exams help ensure student-athletes are physically prepared for the demands of their sport.
For more information about the event or FryeCare’s orthopedics and sports medicine services, please call 828.304.2548 or visit FryeCarePhysicians.com.
About Frye Regional Medical Center
A part of Duke LifePoint Healthcare, Frye Regional Medical Center has served the health and medical needs of the residents of the Catawba Valley region since 1911 with a commitment to delivering high quality and compassionate care with a focus on patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes. Frye Regional Medical Center includes a 355-bed acute care hospital, home to the Frye Heart Center, Cancer Center, General and Bariatric Surgery, Emergency Services, Advanced Orthopedics, Neurosciences, Women’s Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation. The system also includes the Frye South Campus, an inpatient adult behavioral health treatment center designed to provide therapeutic stabilization. Frye Regional also offers the region access to more than 110 primary care and specialty care providers through the FryeCare Physicians Network. Learn more at FryeMedCtr.com.
