Dr. Heyer: The Panthers’ Faithful Physician | College Basketball News

Dr. Robert Heyer, the beloved lead physician for the Carolina Panthers for two decades and a pillar of Charlotte’s medical community, passed away at 78, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering dedication, compassion, and excellence. Starting as the team’s internist in 1994, he never missed a game in 25 years and was honored by the NFL Physicians Society as “Outstanding Team Physician of the Year” in his final season. Known for treating every patient — from stars to everyday folks — with equal care, he built lifelong bonds through empathy and healing. A respected pulmonologist and former president of the NC Thoracic Society, he also shaped sports medicine nationally through leadership roles in the NFL Physicians Society and key medical committees. Beyond medicine, he served on the board of Charlotte Country Day School. Retiring in 2020 after 40+ years in the field, Dr. Heyer’s true impact was felt in the lives he touched — always showing up, listening deeply, and making a difference with quiet, profound grace. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e70a293a4455e8d6