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- The Seattle Storm and Providence Swedish caregivers gave local student athletes an inside look at healthcare careers along with some wellness guidance to support their sports performance.
- Providence Swedish professionals in psychology, nursing, medicine, physical therapy and administration gave talks about career paths in healthcare specialties.
- After participating in Storm Academy, 85% of students reported they were “extremely interested” in working in healthcare.
Seattle high school athletes got a firsthand look at healthcare during Storm Academy, an event sponsored by Providence Swedish and the Seattle Storm. Held in August at the Seattle Storm practice facility, the event welcomed 10th- through 12th-grade student athletes from Seattle Public Schools for hands-on learning led by Providence Swedish caregivers.
Through interactive sessions, movement activities and career conversations, students explored how healthcare supports people both on and off the court, and how their own interests and experiences could translate into a future in the field.
A hands-on day of learning
Students rotated through sessions focused on wellness, sports medicine and healthcare careers. They also:
- Learned how behavioral health, self-care and nutrition support wellness and athletic performance.
- Explored body image, confidence and mental well-being.
- Practiced Tai Chi and mindful movement as tools for managing stress.
- Heard from Providence Swedish professionals in psychology, nursing, medicine, physical therapy and administration about career paths in healthcare.
- Took part in hands-on sports medicine sessions on ultrasound, reflexes, pain and injury prevention.
The sessions helped students connect what they learned about wellness and sports medicine to their experiences as athletes, while also giving them a clearer look at career paths in healthcare.
The response was overwhelmingly positive: After participating in Storm Academy, 85% of students reported they were “extremely interested” in working in healthcare.
Learn more and find a physician or advanced practice clinician (APC)
Do you or a loved one need to consult about a spine or orthopedic surgery or a joint replacement? Experts at the Swedish Orthopedic Institute (SOI) can help. To make an appointment with an expert at Providence Swedish Orthopedics, call 206-386-6171. You can also visit our website to learn more about the services avaialble at Swedish Spine, Sports and Musculoskeletal Medicine.
Do you have questions or concerns about your child’s wellness? Swedish Pediatrics is here to help. Call today to schedule a visit.
If you require an in-person visit or want to consult a doctor virtually for your health concern, Providence Swedish is here for you. Contact Swedish Primary Care to schedule an appointment with a primary care physician. You can also connect virtually with your doctor to review your symptoms, provide instruction and follow up as needed. And with Swedish ExpressCare Virtual, you can receive treatment in minutes for common conditions such as colds, flu, urinary tract infections and more. You can use our provider directory to find a specialist or primary care physician near you.
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