New York, NY – The City College of New York Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation is pleased to announce a collaborative partnership with NYU Sports Medicine to support the healthcare needs of our student-athletes. This collaboration ensures that CCNY student-athletes have access to high-quality medical care, expert clinical support, and timely sports medicine services, strengthening both their well-being and competitive success.

Through this partnership, NYU's Sports Medicine Group, part of NYU Langone Health, will provide on-site and telehealth care, game-day medical coverage, concussion management, rehabilitation services, and integrated treatment plans tailored to the needs of CCNY's varsity programs. The partnership also expands educational opportunities through workshops on athlete health, nutrition, and mental well-being, as well as clinical experiences for allied health students. Their multidisciplinary team of experts will work closely with CCNY coaches, athletic trainers, and staff to promote athlete safety, recovery, and performance.

Key components of the partnership include:

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage:
NYU clinicians will provide on-site care for home competitions and accessible consultative support for away events.

• Injury Prevention & Concussion Protocols:
Standardized baseline testing, acute evaluations, and return-to-play plans aligned with current best practices.

• Rehabilitation & Return-to-Play:
Individualized rehab programs, sports performance guidance, and coordinated physical therapy services to support safe, expedited returns to competition.

• Telehealth & Specialist Access:
Streamlined referrals to NYU orthopedic, cardiology, neurology, and sports psychology specialists as needed.

As CCNY Athletics continues to enhance its infrastructure, staffing, and student-athlete support model, this partnership provides a strong foundation for future growth. Both institutions are committed to evaluating service needs on an ongoing basis, with opportunities to expand clinical coverage, increase specialist access, and introduce new wellness and performance initiatives that further elevate the student-athlete experience.

About NYU Sports Medicine Group
The NYU Langone Sports Medicine group is a comprehensive program within NYU Langone Health that provides care for athletes of all levels, from professional to recreational. It offers a full range of services, including diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic sports injuries, injury prevention strategies, and rehabilitation programs. The group includes a multidisciplinary team of orthopedic surgeons, primary care sports medicine doctors, and other specialists, and has multiple locations throughout the New York City area.