Heel to Heal 5K

Welcome to the 2024 Emory Heel to Heal 5K! Organized by Emory University’s Physician Assistant (PA) program, this event is dedicated to serving the Atlanta metropolitan area and southern Georgia, particularly populations with limited access to medical care.

The primary goal of this run/walk is to provide financial support for three non-profit organizations directly involved with the PA program. These organizations play a crucial role in the community by offering healthcare services to medically underserved individuals. Two of the organizations are local free clinics that the PA students manage on a monthly basis, while the third initiative focuses on providing free healthcare to nearly 2,500 migrant farmworkers and their families. This project involves collaboration among PA, medical, nursing, and physical therapy students, faculty, and healthcare providers, who come together for a series of pop-up clinics in Southern Georgia over a two-and-a-half-week period.

The success of these clinics heavily relies on the generosity of donors and community support. Participants are invited to join this meaningful event for a morning of running or walking, all while raising funds for essential medications and supplies needed by these community organizations.

If running isn’t your preference, feel free to walk the course or simply come along to enjoy the after-party festivities. The event appreciates the ongoing support from participants and sponsors alike, and they are thrilled to welcome everyone this October!

Please note that participants under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present to sign a waiver on the day of the race.