Comprehensive Heart and Multidisciplinary Limb Preservation Outreach Networks
CHAMPIONS has been active in California and is now expanding nationwide.
A Brief History
CHAMPIONS was founded and successfully piloted in the San Joaquin Valley by UCSF Fresno vascular surgeon, Dr. Leigh Ann O’Banion in 2023. In 2023 the Foundation to Advance Vascular Cures partnered with Dr. O'Banion, motivated by a shared goal to advance prevention and management of vascular disease for all people. CHAMPIONS has since attended multiple community events, and has served over 700 individuals
Vision
A future where every individual, irrespective of background or economic status, has access to proactive, community-driven healthcare that prevents vascular disease and promotes long-term wellness.