Columbus, Ga. (September 7, 2024) – The Piedmont Columbus Regional Foundation hosted its free Teddy Bear Clinic on September 7 at the Midtown Campus Conference Center. Around 300 children brought their favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal to the free event where they learned about medical treatments and healthy habits in a fun, friendly way.

Children and their stuffed animal of choice visited various stations to learn about the future Bill and Olivia Amos Children's Hospital at Piedmont Columbus Regional to help take some of the fear out of a hospital visit should they ever have to be hospitalized. Checkups included X-rays, casting clinic, vaccinations and more.

There were also interactive activities on first aid and safety, ambulance and firetruck tours, the D.A.R.E Monster Truck and face painting. Crafts and snacks were available while supplies lasted.