FEBRUARY 27, 2023 — Axiom Space recently announced the crew for Axiom Mission 2 (Ax-2), the second all-private mission to the International Space Station. The four-person, American and Saudi team will conduct extensive research, investigate novel technologies and continue efforts to build and operate Axiom Station, the world’s first commercial space station.
Houston Methodist is partnering with Axiom Space to provide the crew with fit-for-mission assessments, athletic training programs, and pre-and-post-mission care. We are deeply honored to be a part of the rigorous training and preparation the crew is undergoing to live and conduct meaningful work in space. This partnership continues Houston Methodist’s rich history in space medicine and aligns us with a leader in human space exploration.
The relationship with Axiom Space was developed through Houston Methodist’s Employer Health Solutions team which works with Houston-area employers to support their health care needs. A special thanks to Brett Brosseau, Nellie Baktashi, Jenna Tubbs, the Houston Methodist Global patient liaisons, physicians, nurses and lab team who are facilitating this partnership on behalf of Houston Methodist.
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