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[The temporary polyclinic in the Olympic Village].
Marine Bourgninaud1, Philippe Le Van2, Alice de La Brière3
1Hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, 47-83 boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France.
Summary
Top athletes at the Olympic and Paralympic Games need extensive medical support. A dedicated polyclinic in the athletes' village, managed by Assistance publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, ensures high-quality care and urgent treatment for all delegations.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Public Health
- Healthcare Administration
Context:
- The Olympic and Paralympic Games host over 10,000 elite athletes.
- Athletes require comprehensive daily medical care and are susceptible to injuries.
- The athletes' village is a central hub for athlete well-being.
Purpose:
- To outline the medical services available to athletes during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
- To describe the role of the polyclinic and associated hospitals in athlete healthcare.
- To ensure a high standard of care for participating delegations.
Summary:
- A polyclinic is established in the athletes' village to offer extensive medical services.
- High-quality care is provided for athletes' daily needs, training, and competition.
- Urgent care is managed by the Assistance publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, overseeing the polyclinic's operations.
Impact:
- Ensures timely and appropriate medical attention for thousands of elite athletes.
- Supports athlete health and performance throughout the Games.
- Demonstrates a robust healthcare infrastructure for major international sporting events.
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