Sanford Health Takes Over UND Student-Athlete Health Services: A Collaboration for Enhanced Performance and Well-Being

The University of North Dakota (UND) and Sanford Health have announced a partnership that will see Sanford Health become the official physician provider for UND student-athletes starting July 1, 2024. This collaboration aims to improve the health and well-being of student-athletes through access to high-quality medical services.

UND athletics director Bill Chaves expressed gratitude to procurement services and the committee for their leadership in selecting physician services. He noted that this partnership would not only provide exceptional care for student-athletes but also cutting-edge research to enhance athletic and personal performance.

Sanford Health’s Tiffany Lawrence, president and CEO of Sanford Health Fargo, is excited about the partnership and the opportunity to serve UND student-athletes. She said that Sanford Health has a long history of serving major college sports teams in the upper Midwest and is confident in their ability to benefit the overall health of student-athletes.

Although this partnership is new, Sanford Health has been committed to Grand Forks and surrounding communities for several years. They opened the Sanford East Grand Forks Clinic in 2000 and have continued investing in the region by offering primary care and specialty services. The recent merger with Valley Bone and Joint in 2023 has provided UND student-athletes with access to top orthopedic providers in the area, paving the way for this partnership with UND and UND athletics. Both entities are eager to collaborate and begin working together to provide excellent healthcare services to student-athletes.

The collaboration between Sanford Health and UND marks a significant milestone for both entities as they aim to enhance the health and well-being of student-athletes through high-quality medical services.