Youth Sports Safety Update

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Eric Nason, wearer of many hats and experiences, including NASA, NASCAR, Justin Rodeo Healers, Secondary Schools and more.Show Notes:Erik Nason MBA, MS, ATC, CSCS, BCS-O Senior Manager of Sports Medicine for Partnerships | Advent Health Central Florida Division | Certified Athletic Trainer | Owner of Xtreme Action Sports Medicine 321-537-2633 Erik.nason@adventhealth.com In 2018, Florida Hospital, now Advent Health and Volusia County Schools announced that the hospital has selected Erik Nason to serve as the athletic trainer to coordinate care for the 5,000 Volusia County student-athletes. In his new role, Nason will act as a liaison with the schools to streamline and coordinate care for student athletes, along with improving concussion protocols. He also will work with athletes off the field to help with conditioning and nutrition.Nason's new role is part of Florida Hospital's (now Advent Health) five-year, $2 million partnership with Volusia County Schools.Nason is the former president of The Athletic Trainers Association of Florida, which is a two-term, three-year, peer-elected position which supports the professional development, membership management, educational platforms, legislative efforts, and governmental affairs for the organization's 2,500 members and 3,200 athletic trainers statewide. He also spent 17 years as an athletic trainer at the Kennedy Space Center, providing onsite musculoskeletal rehabilitation for employees.Erik states “I have the privilege of being the manager of a number of incredible athletic trainers. I never think of myself as a boss, but as a leader who loves to stand alongside each one of my colleagues and cheer them on bringing them success in their jobs and lives. They never cease to amaze me how dedicated and hard working they are!”Since 1999, Nason has been the program manager and athletic trainer for the Justin Boots Sports Medicine Team, providing sports medicine care to Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) participants during several annual rodeo events in Florida.To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited. Key Takeaways & Call to Action: A. Always advocate for your child's safety.

Show Notes: Andrea Kovalsky, MS, LAT, ATC, Kovalsky11@gmail.com, 708-491-8979Andrea has chosen a mid career shift after several years in the Secondary Setting, she is completing her DAT from FIU.  Her next challenge is to embarking on a PHD from U Conn while serving an assistantship with a team sport to continue her skill practice as an AT.  She shares her insights on these decisions and being an AT.  She shares to focus on what she chooses to do and learn and not just ride the wave of life so to speak. Hope you enjoy. To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited. 

Show Notes: Dr. Emilie Burgess, Sports DietitianInstagram: @emthedietitianEmilie Burgess is a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics specializing in sports performance, low energy availability, disordered eating, and eating disorders in athletes. She currently works as a sport & eating disorder dietitian at Laura Moretti Nutrition LLC, co-chair for the 2025 Female Athlete Conference, and a contract dietitian for USA Track and Field. Emilie was most recently the Athletics Sports Dietitian for 34 varsity teams at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, and served as the Exhibitor Chair for the 2023 Female Athlete Conference.As a dietitian, Emilie has worked at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center in Boston, Cambridge Eating Disorder Center, and at Home Base Program, a Boston Red Sox and Massachusetts General Hospital program. During the pandemic, she transitioned to Boston Hope, a COVID-19 field hospital where she helped co-lead and build the food service department. Emilie has also worked as a clinical nutrition specialist in the Division of Sports Medicine and Female Athlete Program at Boston Children's Hospital, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Recreation, and completed a sports nutrition fellowship program at the University of Washington through the Gatorade Sports Nutrition Immersion Program. Emilie earned a BS in Dietetics at the University of Connecticut, where she competed as a Division I tennis player. She went on to earn a MS in Nutrition and Food Science, and completed a dietetic internship at West Virginia University. Professional Affiliations:Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)              Massachusetts Dietetic Association (MDA)            American Sports and Performance Dietitians Association (APSDA)Sports and Human Performance Nutrition (SHPN) To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited.   

The inventor of a timely tool to keep sports safe and all parties prepared for a medical emergency.  Dr. Jim Kyle, initial author has some new application to the MTO to help us all. Great information for Team Physicians, Athletic Trainers, administrators and all to keep your kids safe in any sports arena.Exciting news! The Kyle Group's presence on social media is starting up! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with all things sports safety, WV EMS, and other initiatives founded by The Kyle Group! To Contact Dr. Kyle please end email to Lily Porter at staff@kyle-group.com Facebook - The Kyle Group Instagram - @thekyle.group https://youtu.be/wo0vIR17XHY?si=EQ9ANphZPog1GVJbSudden Cardiac Arrest What's New with the 2024 Fillable MTO Universal ALL CALL hand signal for venue EAP activation Added “Eyes Open” early recognition SCA *Return of “On field Equipment Removal decision” checkbox Added Referee MTO team member Educational QR Codes: 1.Managing On-Field Cervical Spine Injuries 2.     Recognize Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Athletes 3. Wet Bulb Globe Temperature Monitoring 4. ImPACT Concussion Symptom ChecklistThe 2024 MTO has been designed to fit your specific school needs with enhanced customization and personalized MTO options. (School Logo, Field Banner) You may also inquire via email to staff@kyle-group.comTo contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited. 

Show Notes:Mike Ryan, PT, ATC, CES, PESEnhancing the Health of Others through Speaking, Consulting & Injury Management.https://mikeryansportsmedicine.com As a Head Athletic Trainer/Physical Therapist with 26 years of experience in the National Football League (NFL), Mike is a highly recognized authority in the areas of wellness and physical therapy.His extensive hands-on experience as both an elite physical therapist/athletic trainer and a competitive athlete is unmatched. Mike's expertise in the areas of injury management and injury prevention are why he's so popular with corporations and athletes seeking proven techniques to manage their injuries, pain, and active lifestyles.In addition to his physical therapy work with athletes, Mike is the Sports Medicine Analyst for NBC Sports working the sidelines for the NFL's Sunday Night Football and Thursday Night Football games.The 6x Ironman triathlete continues to compete in various challenging sports around the world. He's competed in three World Championships in three different sports with an enthusiastic passion for extreme sports!To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited.   

Joining us today on the YSSU is a seasoned former NFL PT & AT who continues to treat many high-level athletes and warriors.  He's the Sports Medicine Analyst for both Sunday Night Football on NBC and Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime.  Here to answer the question(s) about injury prevention and getting safely back in the game… Please welcome, Mike Ryan."Mike Ryan, PT, ATC, CES, PESEnhancing the Health of Others through Speaking, Consulting & Injury Management.https://mikeryansportsmedicine.com As a Head Athletic Trainer/Physical Therapist with 26 years of experience in the National Football League (NFL), Mike is a highly recognized authority in the areas of wellness and physical therapy.His extensive hands-on experience as both an elite physical therapist/athletic trainer and a competitive athlete is unmatched. Mike's expertise in the areas of injury management and injury prevention are why he's so popular with corporations and athletes seeking proven techniques to manage their injuries, pain, and active lifestyles.In addition to his physical therapy work with athletes, Mike is the Sports Medicine Analyst for NBC Sports working the sidelines for the NFL's Sunday Night Football and Thursday Night Football games.The 6x Ironman triathlete continues to compete in various challenging sports around the world. He's competed in three World Championships in three different sports with an enthusiastic passion for extreme sports! To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited.   

The NATA in June 2024 released a new position statement on emergency Action Plans to best be prepared at any venue.  Listen to Mike Hopper a co-author share some of the highlights to make your venue a safe and prepared venue should any emergency occur.Key Takeaways A. Take the time, now, to review and update your venue specific EAP.B. Practice the EAP with all parties concerned with scenario-based action.C. Follow up, follow up and follow up so all parties are informed, rehearsed correctly, and confident in the plan.Show Notes:Mike Hopper, LAT, ATCHead Athletic Trainer, Bishop Lynch High School, Dallas, TX.mike.hopper@bishoplynch.orgTo contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited. 

Key Takeaways & Call to Action: A. Education for all to recognize and properly manage concussion.B. Prevention with proper tackling techniques and mitigate where possible through equipment such as helmets, mouthpieces, increase cervical musculature, improve balance & training.C. Recovery involves Prioritization of activities, Practice modifications, Pace of increasing activity and stimulation and Proper places of periodic rest.Show Notes:Cheryl Mitchell, PT, DPT, GTS, ASTYM, Concussion cert, SFMA, Pelvic Floor cert, Certified Telehealth SpecialistOwner/ FounderInspiration Physical Therapy and ConsultingSafety Harbor FL 34695Phone: 833-367 4782Cell: 727-314-3915dr.cheryl.pt@gmail.comInspirationptc.com Inspiration Physical Therapy and Consulting is outpatient level care… in the comfort of your home!  One on One care that gives you One on One results!With over ten years of outpatient experience, IPTC treats most muscle, joint, posture, spine conditions with experience in pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and older adults! We work with athletes, military, sedentary, weekend warriors, runners and anyone who wants to move better and get stronger!We also specialize in neuro conditions, connective tissue disorders, concussions, external pelvic floor and more!  Don't live in Tampa/ Clearwater area or prefer virtual visits? We offer telehealth anywhere in Florida! Telehealth Physical Therapy via Zoom or doxy.me   To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited. 

Joining us to day is Dr. Jesse Lyons,  Baptist Health and Team Physician for Riverside High School and Paxon School for Advanced Studies.   2024 JSMP Team Physician of the Year. Inspired to the medical profession by his father,  University of Alabama All American and NFL Hall of Fame with NY Jets.  Works with his dad as a board member for their foundation to support terminally ill children and their families.Key Takeaways & Call to Action: A. Hydrate and AcclimateB. Take a break and do a variety of other sports.C. Take your pre-participation exam seriously.Show Notes:Dr. Jesse LyonsBaptist HealthTo contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited. 

Key Takeaways & Call to ActionA. Cool First Transport SecondB. Proper equipment located on site and in multiple locations if necessary.C. Educate to Prepare, Recognize & RespondD. Prior to Cold Water Immersion rule out differential diagnosis, Diabetes, Hyperglycemic episode, etc.Show Notes:Rebecca M. Lopez, PhD, ATC, CSCS, FNATAProfessor, Athletic Training ProgramsAssistant School Director, Diversity, Equity, and InclusionSchool of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation SciencesMorsani College of Medicine813-396-8915USF 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MDC 77 Tampa, FL http://at.health.usf.eduTo contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited.  

JSMP Executive Director Bob Sefcik, Duval County Director of Athletics Tammie Talley and Jerry Stevens, Supervisor of Athletic Training for Duval County Schools discuss updates to safety policies 60-43 related to Head, Heat, Heart and EAP's.Also, reference Concussion Resource Tool CRT6Key Takeaways & Call to Action: to be added here & to show notes.A. Athletic Trainers should take the time to comprehend your Florida statute(s), your scope of practice to be compliant.B. Athletic Directors and Coaches should be compliant with Policies 40-43 with regards to athlete safetyC. Review each policy as you would prepare for a practice or game to develop a winning strategy.FHSAA Handbook Pages 104-110, Policies # 40-43Policy 40 Concussion, Policy 41 Heat, Policy 42 Sudden Cardiac Arrest, & Policy 43 Emergency Action Planshttps://fhsaa.com/documents/2023/7/13//2324_handbook.pdf?id=4394Robert Sefcik, MS, LAT, ATCExecutive DirectorJacksonville Sports Medicine ProgramRobert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com904-202-4332 Jerry Stevens, LAT, ATCSupervisor, District Sports MedicineDuval County Public SchoolsA.T.A.F. Hall of FameFlorida Board of Athletic TrainingTammie K. Talley, CAA Duval County Public SchoolsDirector of Athletics talleyt@duvalschools.org *FACA Past President  *FIAAA Secretary & Higher Education Chairperson*FHSAA Leadership Council  *Walk Off Charities – Board of Directors www.duvalschools.org/athletics   To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness, and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited. 

Today we speak with Dr. Robb S. Rehberg, PhD, ATC, NREMT, Senior Medical Advisor and Director of Game Day Medical Operations, Player Health and Safety for the NATIONAL FOOTBALL and The Rehberg-Konin Group, LLC.  He addresses the latest NFL injury research initiatives as well as recommendation on keeping kids safe in sports.Show Notes:Robb S. Rehberg, PhD, ATC, NREMT, Senior Medical Advisor and Director of Game Day Medical Operations, Player Health and Safety for the NATIONAL FOOTBALL The Rehberg Konin Group, LLC1703 N. McMullen Booth Road, #1422 Safety Harbor, FL 34695-9652Schedule a free initial consultation today. Call us at 888-444-8754The Rehberg Konin Group, LLC3 N. McMullen Booth Road, #1422 SafetyHarbor, FL 34695-9652 Schedule a free initial consultation today. Call us at 888-444-8754Contact info if you likeTo contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/

Critical care skills are essential in providing emergency services.  Are you, as an AT proficient, do you know your scope of practice, state legislation, and do your practice real scenarios to be best prepared? Dr. Eric Fuchs is a national expert in these areas and shares his expertise. Key Takeaways & Call to Action:A. Simulation vs Rehearsal is important. Do it jointly with EMS, Coaches, School Resource officer. Heat, Head, Heart, HemoglobinB. Are your supplies, ready, available, do you practice with them?C. Pediatrics respond differently than adults.D. Supplies – make a list, not all inclusive: AED, Airways (NPA vs OPA), Bag Valve Mask (BVM), O2, Suction, Rectal thermistor, Regulator, Medications (Albuterol, Nebulizers, Epi pens, Narcan, Environmental concerns addressed.To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ Show Notes:Dr. Eric J. Fuchs FNAP, LAT, ATC, AEMT, SMTC, CIDN  Contact Information eric.fuchs@eku.eduProfessor Athletic TrainingDoctor of Arts - Middle Tennessee State UniversityMaster of Art - San Jose State UniversityBS of Health - Ohio UniversityDepartment: Exercise & Sport ScienceOffice: Combs 220Mailing Address: Combs Bldg 220Web Page: Athletic TrainingExpert Areas: Emergency care of critically injured athlete, Wound care, Athletic training education·         AT Program Director, Dr. Eric J. Fuchs, ATC, EMT invited to back to serve as part of United States Olympic Committee Volunteer Medical Staff·         ·         Dr. Fuchs, EKU's AT Program Director will be leaving next week to work as a member of the U.S. Olympic Committee Sports Medicine Volunteer Medical Staff and will be working at the Chula Vista U.S. Olympic Training Center for two weeks March 2-16, 2014.  This will be Dr. Fuchs, third time serving as a U.S. Olympic Committee Sports Medicine Staff Medical Volunteer, his first service was in 2000 where he worked at the U.S. Olympic Training Center (USOTC) at Colorado Springs and was invited back in September of 2012 again serving at the USOTC in Colorado Springs.·         I would also encourage others in the field of sports medicine to become involved in this process they can visit:http://www.teamusa.org/About-the-USOC/Athlete-Development/Sports-Medicin... to learn more about how to become a U.S. Olympic Committee sports medicine volunteer.·          

This is a conversation with Certified Athletic Trainer, Josh Wolcott, of the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind.  FSD&B was once a brief home for the legendary singing artist, Ray Charles.  He discusses some of  the unique challenges that all should be aware of in serving these incredible athletes.Show Notes:Josh Wolcott, LAT, ATCWolcottj@fsdbk12.org To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/Disclaimers:Guests of the show are stakeholders of youth sports safety.  Views and conclusions expressed in this program are those of the guest(s) and not necessarily those of the employees, administration, or associated staff of JSMP.  and does not imply endorsement of any product, service, or opinion discussed.The JSMP is also the managing partner of the Florida Alliance of Sports Medicine, or FASMED which is a state-wide coalition of sports medicine physicians who are engaged in promoting the highest level of high school sports safety through education, awareness, and access to medical resources to keep kids safe. All material presented in this program is provided for information only and should not be construed as professional advice.  Any use of this podcast without the express written consent of the JSMP or FASMed is strictly prohibited.   

Show Notes:Kelsey Pontius, RD, LDN, CSSD904-337-9667         meteornutrition@gmail.comWebsite: metornutrition.com    @sportsdietitionkelseyMeteor Nutrition arose after lifelong athlete, Kelsey Pontius, wished to pursue her passion for the impact of nutrition on the human body in motion. Kelsey grew up playing competitive soccer, and eventually ended her career as a D1 soccer player to transform into a distance runner who has since qualified for the 2020 and 2024 US Marathon Olympic Trials. Through several instances of her athletic background, she felt the ebbs and flows with nutrition on performance.  She knew she was destined to help other athletes benefit from the implementation of optimal nutrition. Aside from working as a board certified specialist in sports dietetics, Kelsey has worked in the clinical arena with a multitude of different medical complexities through her experiences in working in acute care and one the country's largest spinal cord and brain injury rehabilitation centers, Brooks Rehabilitation.   She currently is a consulting dietitian with four division 1 NCAA programs and works 1:1 with athletes of all levels in a private practice setting.   Her current interests in the field include preparing for endurance racing, optimizing gut health, nutrition to support injury healing, and accomplishing hormonal balance through proper nutrition. Her greatest accomplishment is having success within my own business, Meteor Nutrition, where I help athletes learn how to fuel to meet their health and performance goals. I am so proud of it because many of these athletes have been told very different messages about how to fuel (or not fuel) their body. Through educating them and working together, they are able to meet their full potential as athletes and have longevity in their sports. Interesting Story: I had a rather challenging, unsuccessful college soccer experience. Since the time I was 3, there was no place I'd rather be but the soccer field. Therefore, having a tough experience once I got to the collegiate level was really challenging. My sophomore year, I had multiple concussions and between not being fulfilled and injured, I transferred and quit playing. I started running as a means of staying in shape and meeting friends. I got a part-time job at Lululemon Athletica and was invited to run a 50K. I had no idea how long that was in miles and said yes. Out on the course, I fell in love with racing and started signing up for races shortly after. I was fortunate enough to have an amazing coach, Matt, who helped me develop in the sport as an adult considering that I didn't run in high school or college. He is still my coach and has helped me qualify twice for the Trials.Favorite Post-race Indulgence: WineFavorite Breakfast: Belgian waffles with either berries or chocolate chips and yogurt with maple syrupFavorite Motivational Quote: "Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face." - Mike TysonFavorite Running Memory: Vacation to Crested Butte with my friends where my husband proposedTo contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/  

Show Notes:Key Take AwaysUse Transformational RehabilitationStay Current with researchTest don't GuessBuild a strong Foundation George Davies,DPT, MEd, PT, SCS, ATC, LAT, CSCS, PES, CES, CSMS, FAPTA Professor Office: Armstrong Campus-Ashmore Center 249 Phone: 912-344-2855 Email: gdavies@georgiasouthern.edu Curriculum Vitae (PDF)To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/More on Dr. George DaviesGeorge J. Davies, DPT, MEd, PT, SCS, ATC, LAT, CSCS, PES, CES, CSMS, FAPTA is an internationally known speaker who has presented in hundreds of conferences throughout the world on sports physical therapy, athletic training, shoulder, knee, open and closed kinetic chain topics, orthopaedics, rehabilitation and Isokinetics. Davies is a clinician, educator, speaker, researcher, author, editor and consultant. He has been involved in the clinical practice of sports physical therapy/athletic training since he was a student athletic trainer, for over 55 years.He has a passion for teaching and has been an educator for over 48 years in colleges and universities. For the past 45 years, he has been involved in teaching undergraduate and graduate physical therapy courses including: cadaver anatomy, biomechanics, evidence-based practice, sports physical therapy, orthopaedics, and examination courses. Because Davies values education, after 30 years, he returned to school and completed his post-professional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at MGH Institute of Health Professions and graduated with highest honors.One of the reasons Davies is involved in sports physical therapy is because the former U.S. Marine Corps Veteran from 50 years ago also likes to think he is an occasional athlete by participating in: running (over 35 years)/ElliptiGo Training, marathons (sub-3 hours), ultra- marathons, triathlons , iron-man triathlon, and weight training. Davies has also been involved in the martial arts for over 25 years. He holds a Black Belt in Karate and has been a Sensei (teacher) of Karate. He has also achieved the status as a certified Specialist in Martial Arts Conditioning (SMAC) of which there are very few in the United States. However, one of the accomplishments he is most proud of is that he is also a cancer survivor and continues to participate in some of the above activities. 

Dr. Callender speaks on a variety of topics of interest to parents, physicians, athletes. etc.Show Notes:Dr. Shelley Street Callender757-803-7887Website, backinthegamedoctors.comCommunication/consultation and patient appointments are primarily managed via email sportworkschoolplay@gmail.comReference Article: The American Medical Society for Sports Medicine Position Statement on Concussion in Sport, published in the Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine 2019: 29:87-100 To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/

Learn critical live saving skills of how to stop bleeding through Pressure, Packing and use of Tourniquets.  All skills each of us need to know in sports and throughout life.Matthew Levy, DO, MSc, FACEP, FAEMS, NRPChair, Stop The Bleed Coalition, Baltimore, MarylandDr. Matthew Levy is Chair of the non-profit Stop the Bleed Coalition. He is a strong advocate for Stop the Bleed was the architect behind one of the first county-wide implementations of Stop the Bleed in the United States. He is a member of the Stop the Bleed Education Consortium and an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the Medical Director of Howard County Fire Rescue. He also holds faculty appointments at the University of Maryland Baltimore County and the National Center for Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness. Dr. Levy is board certified in Emergency Medicine and Subspecialty certified in Emergency Medical Services. Dr. Levy has collaborated internationally on topics of prehospital emergency care, operational medicine, disaster response, and EMS education. @StopTheBleed + @Dr. Matt Levy. Learn more to qualify more people to teach STOP THE BLEED® and share information about tools and resources available to develop #stopthebleed programs in your  local communities Read more https://stopthebleedcoalition.org To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/

Show Notes:Dr. Kevin Kaplan, Orthopaedic SurgeonDr. Kaplan graduated from Tulane University (New Orleans, LA) with a Bachelor of Science.  He majored in cell and molecular biology and was distinguished as Summa Cum Laude with Honors.   Dr. Kaplan was Phi Beta Kappa, and a member of numerous National Honor Societies. He attended New York University School of Medicine (New York, NY) where he graduated as a Doctor of Medicine.  He was distinguished in the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society.Dr. Kaplan completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases (New York, NY).  He was chosen as an Executive Chief Resident, contributed over twenty orthopaedic publications, earned research awards.  Dr. Kaplan received specialized training in orthopaedic trauma surgery at Seattle's Harborview Hospital.  He completed a fellowship in orthopaedic sports medicine at the world-renowned Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic (Los Angeles, CA). During his fellowship, he assisted the head team physician in the orthopaedic care of the 2009 World Champion Los Angeles Lakers. In addition, he served as an assistant team physician for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Los Angeles Kings, Los Angeles Sparks, Anaheim Ducks, and Loyola Marymount University. Working among innovators in the field of sports medicine, Dr. Kaplan has been trained in cutting-edge arthroscopy of the shoulder, elbow, hip and knee.  As well as in joint preserving and reconstructive procedures of the shoulder and elbow.He has presented his research at numerous national meetings and he is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.  Dr. Kaplan is a fellow-member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Arthroscopy Association of North America.Dr. Kaplan recently presented at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons National Meeting on new technology regarding rotator cuff tears in addition to a study regarding shoulder strength and range of motion in high school pitchers.Team Physician He is Head Team Physician for the NFL Jacksonville Jaguars and Head Team Physician for the Jacksonville Sharks, and works with Jacksonville University and Atlantic Coast High School. On October 9, he served as event physician for the NBA Orlando Magic vs. New Orleans Pelicans preseason game held at Veterans Memorial Arena in downtown Jacksonville. In March 2010, he was Head Physician for the 2011 AT&T American Cup gymnastics competition in Jacksonville, FL .1325 San Marco Blvd., Suite 200 Jacksonville, FL 32207 Phone: 904.346.3465 • F 904.396.0388New Patient Appointment Line: 904.564.2000 • F 904.996.9412Hours of Operation  8:30 am to 5:00 pm – Monday thru Friday To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/  

Dr. Sal Meleca, a foot and ankle specialist discusses a variety of issues faced in the lower extremityShow Notes:Salvatore Meleca, DPM is a highly respected foot and ankle surgeon with extensive training and experience in forefoot, rearfoot and ankle reconstructive procedures as well as trauma. He completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, Florida, where he was mentored by Dr. Ettore Vulcano, a world-renowned orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon. Under the directorship of Dr. Jacob Silverstone, Dr. Meleca completed a 3 year surgical residency, performing and participating in various specialty surgeries such as orthopedics, plastics, vascular and more. He has a wealth of experience in minimally invasive bunion surgery, hammertoe correction, flat foot reconstruction, tendon repairs, arthroscopy and fusion surgeries for foot and ankle arthritis. His experience with ankle fractures and general foot and ankle trauma is also a part of the strengths that Dr. Meleca possesses. Overall, his greatest qualities that are brought to his foot and ankle care are his sophisticated approach to conservative treatments, surgical procedural selection, and his capabilities in performing minimally invasive technique surgeries. Phone number 904-460-1120Fax 904-429-3963 423 Paseo Reyes Dr.St. Augustine, FL32095 Meleca Foot and Ankle Dr.smeleca@gmail.comCell 517-990-7844 To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ 

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Today's topic is Blood Flow Restriction with Paul Silvestri. There are many medical and evidence-based methods available today to treat injuries, promote healing and advance recovery following soft tissue and joint trauma.   Today we will hear from a highly skilled athletic trainer to help us advance our care for the athletes and patients we treat.Joining us today on the YSSU is young, but seasoned, athletic trainer who works in the collegiate setting providing a variety of innovative health care tools to advance his athletes healing and recovery.  He serves as the Senior Director of Sports Health and Performance - Football at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Fl.  Please welcome…….. Paul Silvestri.

Jason L. Zaremski, MD, CAQSM, FACSM, FAAPMR, FAMSSMUF Health Sports Medicine PhysicianAssociate Professor of PM&R and Sports MedicineChief, Division of Sports MedicineAssociate Program Director, PM&R ResidencyDirector, UF Health Throwing Clinichttps://pmr.med.ufl.edu/patient-care/patients-we-treat/uf-health-throwing-and-pitching-medicine/ Department of Physical Medicine & RehabilitationUniversity of Florida Healthzaremjl@ufl.eduShow Notes:No more than 7-8 months throwing per year, get 3-4 months restWeighted ball throwing programs, not for the skeletally immature, seek supervision from trained professionalsLegs & Hips are your base, strengthen tooTry other sports before high school to develop additional skill setsUnder 14 years of age, no throwing off mound two days in a rowVolume & Velocity cause greater forc e, torque & work loadConsider consolidating state, travel ball, tournament guidelinesStrengthening programs, seek compliance not going through the motions Reference article: Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine, 2024:34:1-9, Pitching Restriction Policies in Adolescent and High-School Baseball Pitchers: Is It Time for an Updated Paradigm? Clinical Journal of Sports MedicineTo contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine https://fasmed.fadss.org/ 

JSMP Annual Clinical symposium Saturday April 6, 2024 at Everbank Stadium. More details & registration at www.jaxsmp.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOMXRx49d4UMeet Dr. Stephanie Pearce, Nemours Children's HealthPediatric Orthopedic SurgeonNemours Children's Health807 Children's Way , Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-697-3600 or 904-697-3407Educational TrainingMedical School, University of South Alabama, 2010 – 2014Chief Resident, University of South Alabama - Mobile, AL 2014 – 2019Residency UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO SCHOOL OF MEDICINE COLORADO2019 – 2020Fellowship, The Steadman Clinic/Steadman Philippon Research Institute - Vail, CO 2020 – 2021

Today we take on issues such as Cannabis, Leadership and Pitfalls to avoid with legal issues for healthcare professionals with Dr. Jeff Konin.  Dr. Konin is a Clinical Professor at Florida International University in Miami, Florida. He serves as the Director of the Doctor of Athletic Training Program and leads the Global Initiative for Cannabinoid Research and Education. As a certified athletic trainer and licensed physical therapist, Dr. Konin served on the clinical staff for the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games in 1996 and was the head athletic trainer for the USA wheelchair Paralympic Team that won a world championship gold medal in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada in 2010. He is a frequent volunteer at the Disney World Marathon races.Jeff advises individual athletes, healthcare professionals, sport organizations, and companies within the cannabis industry. Nationally, he served as the chair of the cannabis task force for the National Athletic Trainer's Association. Jeff is also a member of the American Medical Marijuana Physicians Association (AMMPA), the Society of Cannabis Clinicians (SCC), International Cannabinoid Research Society, the International Cannabinoid Research Society and the Florida CCORC Scientific Program Comm. Dr. Konin is the co-editor of 29 textbooks including Special Tests for Orthopedic Examination, Management Strategies in Athletic Training, Becoming a Legal Expert in the Health Profession, to name  a few. He has shared his expertise at professional conferences throughout the United States as well as in Australia, New Zealand, Italy, Norway, Romania, Paraguay, England, Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Japan, Switzerland, and Austria. Dr. Konin is a frequent invited speaker on the topic of cannabis in sport and rehabilitation, ethical and legal matters in sports medicine, and global leadership. Over a 30+ year career, Dr. Konin has secured over $13 million in grant funding dedicated to the advancement of various sports medicine initiatives.  Dr. Konin is a Founding Partner of The Rehberg Konin Group, dedicated to providing expert advice in the area of sport safety, education, and other areas. Over the past 20+ years, he served in various expert roles for both the plaintiff and defendant. He has consulted with organizations, businesses, and academic institutions on various matters of risk management and prevention. Additionally, he founded PHD420, Inc., a non-for-profit focusing on cannabis education and research. He is a past recipient of the NATA's Professional Development Excellence Award, NATA Service Award, NATA's Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award, SEATA Educator/Administrator of the Year Award, NATA's Distinction in the Advancement of Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Issues, International Service Award, and The NATA Foundation's New Initiative Award. He is recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA). In 2020, Dr. Konin was inducted in the NATA's Hall of Fame.Dr. Konin has served the profession as a member of the original Reimbursement Advisory Group, member of the Clinical/Corporate/Industrial committee, Chair of the Outcomes Panel Advisory Board, Conference Planning Committee, Post Professional Education Committee, Best Practice for AT Documentation Task Force, Sexual Abuse Education Task Force, Professional Responsibility Work Group Advisory Board member, Student Leadership Committee mentor, Chair of the Transitional Employment Work Group, a member of the International Committee, Fellows committee member, and most recently as the Chair of the Cannabis Task Force for the National Athletic Trainers' Association. Dr. Konin has held past academic appointments at James Madison University, the University of South Florida, and the University of Rhode Island.

 Today we take a deeper look at concussions with Dr. Zac Houck of Brooks Rehabilitation here in Jacksonville, Florida. Brooks Rehab is  a Sustaining Partner of JSMP and we are grateful for their support.Zac Houck, Ph D. – Brooks Rehab neuropsychologist Licensed Psychologist/Neuropsychologist Brooks Behavioral Medicine Zachary.Houck@Brooksrehab.org Office: (904)-345-7352  Show Notes: 1. HAVOCH- Headache - MigraineA - AnxietyV - Vestibular - BalanceO - Ocular - Vision issuesC  - Cognitive issues2. Parents resource is the Concussion Recognition Tool3. Note: Underlying pre-existing conditions may lead to more complex issues or vulnerability to healing progressLearn more at JAXSMP.com or CDC.GOV Heads Up To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcast JAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP 3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207 Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291 Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332 FASMED.com Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine  

JSMP Executive Director addresses event of 2023 and what is ahead in 2024 with host Jim Mackie Show Notes:To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332FASMED.com Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine

Sue Stanley-Green-BioSue Stanley-Green received her BS from The Ohio State University and her MS from Purdue University.  Prior to joining the Women's Tennis Association (WTA), she was the Athletic Training Program Director and Associate Professor at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, FL.   Her athletic training career included serving as Associate Head Athletic Trainer at the University of Kentucky, Head Athletic Trainer at Centre College, Physician Extender for Kentucky Sports Medicine Clinic, and Director of Medical Services for Intramural Recreational Services at East Carolina University.  Sue's service to the Athletic Training Profession includes currently serving as the chair of the NATA Honors and Awards Committee and as a member of the NATA Historical Commission.  She previously served as a member of the NATA Board of Directors, a two-time Director on the Board of Certification, President of the Southeast Athletic Trainers Association, Vice President of the Kentucky Athletic Trainers Society, and Co-Medical Director of the Bluegrass State Games.  Awards that Sue have earned include the NATA, SEATA, and ATAF Halls of Fame, NATA Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award, SEATA Award of Merit, SEATA Backbone Award, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine Excellence in Athletic Training Award, and the Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award from the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine.   In addition to working for the Women's Tennis Association, Sue is also an AT Spotter for the NFL.  Sue is married to Al Green, an athletic trainer also in the NATA and SEATA Halls of Fame.  They have a daughter, Logan Green England who is full time in the Kentucky National Guard.  

Ray Castle, PhD, LAT, ATC, NREMT. Owner & Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Castle is a highly sought-after sports medicine consultant and presenter. Join us for an enlightening conversation on emergency preparation.  Dr. Castle has extensive experience as an educator and certified athletic trainer.Show Notes:A 1990 graduate of LSU, Castle has an extensive background in education, clinical practice, and professional service spanning over 32 years. Dr. Castle's clinical practice background has included experiences at the high school, college, and international (1996 Atlanta Olympic Games; USOC Sports Medicine Staff for 2003 Pan American Games; and 2004 US Women's Bobsled) levels, large-scale medical coverage and coordination, as well as extensive experience in emergency medicine. Castle is nationally known and recognized for his skills and contributions to advancing the athletic training profession and advocacy for sports health and safety through 200+ presentations, research projects, and publications.  He has served in various leadership roles in state, regional, and national organizations, as well as the recipient of numerous awards and accolades. After a 20-year stay at LSU where he was Professor and Athletic Training Program Director, Castle transitioned in August 2022 to devote his energy and passion to Action Medicine Consultants, LLC, as Owner and Chief Medical Officer since 2012. His company provides sports medicine event coordination; emergency medicine and response training; EAP development and audits for organizations; and continuing education courses. One of his most recent activities was serving as a consultant for the Louisiana High School Athletics Association in the development and implementation of its Pre-Game Administrative Conference (PAC), or “medical time-out” program. He currently serves as medical coordinator for over 40 large-scale events in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. SOCIAL MEDIA: LinkedIn:  @actionmedco Twitter:  @actionmedco Instagram: @actionmedco Facebook: @actionmedco TikTok: @actionmedco Website:  www.actionmed.coAction Medicine Consultants, LLCRay Castle, PhD, LAT, ATC, NREMT Owner and Chief Medical Officer 1955 Cherokee Street Baton Rouge, LA. 70806 C: (225) 445-0460 www.ActionMed.CoSCHEDULE LINK >  https://www.actionmed.co/connect-with-ray-castleSports Medicine Event and Training Solutions Comprehensive. Tailored. Exceptional.Four Keys1. Be deliberate in action, know what you are going to do2. Be predictable3. Be curious, learn from others4. Be the solution (not the problem) have proper equipment, be prepared in advanceAlso,1. Practice good self care, who takes care of you?2. Deal with the mental splinters3. You cannot always predict what will happen but you can have a deliberate response.To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332FASMED.com Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine 

Key Takeaways & Call to Action:·        Have an Emergency Action Plan & Rehearse it frequently.·        Policies (Why)  and procedures (What or process) are important tools to guide and protect you as a professional and those you serve.·        “Best Practices are Safe Practices”·        Concussions: “Act on what signs and symptoms we see, not just the hard impacts”·        Educate and keep learningTo contact Dr. Rod Walters: rodwalters.comRod is an NATA Hall of Fame athletic trainer who was involved in the care and prevention of student-athlete injuries for twenty-seven years on college campuses from Hickory, North Carolina (Lenoir-Rhyne College) to Boone, North Carolina (Appalachian State University) to Columbia, South Carolina (University of South Carolina). A nationally recognized expert, he has served as a consultant to the Professional Baseball Umpires of MLB, the NFL, the Big 12 Conference, and has served as an investigative expert on high profile cases including most recently for the University of Maryland. In 2019 he was the lead ATC Spotter for the 2019 Super Bowl. He has been recognized as the 2011 Distinguished Athletic Training Alumni Award from Middle Tennessee State University and likewise the 2018 Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award from the University of South Carolina. He has made more than 3,000 presentations on athletic training been awarded many additional accolades. Rod is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University (Doctorate) and Appalachian State University (Bachelor & Master) To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332

We speak  today with Corey Levine, Superintendent of Athletic Fields at the University of North Florida.  He holds a Certificate in Turf & Grass Management from the University of Georgia and is currently completing his bachelors degree in Sports Turf Grass Management. He has extensive experience at UNF and Everbank Stadium home of the NFL Jacksonville  Jaguars.  He discusses grass and artificial surfaces and what makes the difference in safety and performance

Show Notes:Dr.  Zach Stinson, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Nemours Children's Hospitalhttps://youtu.be/msX1HXmUjz0?si=GXACPJDKDApmq6oYAddress: 6535 Nemours Pkwy 5th Floor, Orlando, FL 32827Phone: (407) 650-7715Guest biography & contact informationZachary.Stinson@nemours.org             To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207JSMP website: www.jaxsmp.comJim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED904-202-4332FASMED.com Florida Alliance for Sports MedicineFASMED website http://fasmed.fadss.org/

This episode features a discussion with Dr. Jerry Bridgham, long time Medical Director for Wolfson Children's Hospital.  Please welcome today's guest …….. has distinguished himself as an excellent and thoughtful pediatrician as well as serving as the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director, Physician Outreachfor  Wolfson Children's Hospital. The 2019 recipient of the Folio Weekly Best in Jacksonville Pediatrician.  He is a Courtesy Associate Physician with the University of Florida College of Medicine and a graduae of the University of Miami Medical School. He has served as a member of the JSMP Governing board for a number of years.  Served as an advisor and recruited many physicians to volunteer in an annual pre-participation examinations reaching literally thousands.  In this program conditions were recognized which required further evaluation which prevented sudden death and extended medical care.  He has recently retired but remains engaged in healthcare for children and our youth.   Show Notes:Guest biography & contact information Jerry A. Bridgham, MD, FAAPChief Medical OfficerWolfson Children's Hospital Office:  904-202-8799Cell:  904-318-5623Executive Assistant:  Nancy Koob, 904-202-8732To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207JSMP website: www.jaxsmp.comJim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED904-202-4332FASMED.com Florida Alliance for Sports MedicineFASMED website http://fasmed.fadss.org/

Dr. Chris Kopp PT, DPT, graduated Magna cum Laude from the University of North Florida Physical Therapy program and received his transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy from Arcadia University. He is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, certified Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapist and certified in Dry Needling with over 25 years of experience in outpatient orthopedics. Dr. Kopp is an expert clinician for all musculoskeletal conditions including the spine and extremities with a background in sports medicine and is the owner/director of Premier Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation of Jacksonville.  Dr. Kopp has worked with amateur and professional athletes alike within various industries including golf, tennis, running and auto racing. Dr. Kopp is an instructor for local physical therapy programs as well as post-graduate continuing education and is a respected speaker and clinician. He lives in Atlantic Beach with his wife and two children and enjoys an active Florida lifestyle.Contact information chris.kopp@pptjax.com or info@premierptjax.com. Website: premierptjax.comTo contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED904-202-4332FASMED.com Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine

Show Notes:Matthew Mangine, Jr. Foundation websitehttps://www.matthewmanginejrfoundation.org/PO Box 30, Union, KY 41091 859-802-2525 contact@matthewmanginejrfoundation.orgYouth Sports Safety Guide is available on their foundation pageThe Biblical definition of Matthew is “gift from God,” so when our first-born Matthew Mangine Junior entered the world on October 13, 2003, his name could not have been more appropriate for us. Right out of the womb Matthew was a happy baby who rarely fussed. Because we were young parents, we believed Matthew was an “old soul” since he was always surrounded by our adult friends. His most recent favorite thing to do on weekend mornings was to grab his Dunkin Donuts iced coffee and sit on the back deck reveling in the outdoors. He was a non-conformist who listened to country music even when his friends begged him to turn it off, and often joked with us, his parents, about his clothing combinations. He loved the colors purple and red. Purple complimented his showy personality, while red represented his club and school soccer team colors. Aside from his love of soccer, Matthew was obsessed with cars, which began at an early age. Disney's “Cars” was one of his favorite movies, and later on his Uncle would tease him about watching it while “girls” were around. If he was driving, he could easily be distracted when a cool car went by, explaining how he'd have to have that one. Matthew wanted more cars than any single person could own in a lifetime. And while his dream car collection would have been pricey, it was a simple act of kindness that he became known for among family and friends.  Our son was a hugger. He would wait in the lobby to give out hugs after school. If you were the recipient of one of these hugs, you understand when we say it made you feel special. Matthew was known by his friends and coaches for his smile, his laugh, and his compassion for others. Our son was loved by all that knew him.To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332FASMED.com Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine 

More information in our show notesCONTACT Dr. Mark HalsteadAddressWashington University School of MedicineCampus Box 8233660 Euclid AvenueSaint Louis, MO 63110  https://youtu.be/g1d6Rx2_uAU Video link to hear Dr. Halstead's story.Dr. Halstead received his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin Medical School in 1998. After completing a residency and chief residency in pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin, he completed a fellowship in nonoperative pediatric and adult sports medicine at Vanderbilt University. Dr. Halstead is team physician to Washington University, Francis Howell and Timberland High School and consults with several other local high schools for concussion care. He serves as a medical consultant to the St Louis Blues. He was a team physician for 11 seasons for the St Louis Rams, formerly served as assistant medical director to the Go! St Louis Marathon and has been a medical director for the MO Cowbell Marathon. He currently serves on the Sports Medicine Advisory Committee for the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA). He was an elected member to the Board of Directors of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) from 2014-2018 and was an elected member to the executive committee to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness from 2008-2014. He was the lead author of the AAP clinical report on "Sport-Related Concussions in Children and Adolescents" published in 2010 and revised in 2018 and also was the lead author of the AAP clinical report on “Returning to Learning after a Concussion.” To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcast JAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP 3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207 Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291 Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332 FASMED.com Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine 

Our guest, Stephanie Kuzydym is a a DuPont and Emmy award winning journalist, who is the sports enterprise reporter in Louisville, KY at the Louisville Courier Journal, which is part of the USA TODAY Network. She received her bachelor's degree in journalism from Indiana University . She started her journalism career in the sports departments of newspapers in Oklahoma, Ohio and Texas before flipping over to the broadcast side where she learned investigative and accountability reporting.  In the world of sports medicine, she reported a seven-month investigation into sudden death in youth sports called Safer Sidelines. She was recently awarded the National Athletic Trainers Association's President's Service Award, the Secondary Schools Athletic Trainers' Committee advocate award and the Korey Stringer Institute's Life Saving Education Award. She is always down for a road trip if it includes a stop at Buc-ees.  Lately she's been asking some difficult but insightful questions into a real issue on our school sports sidelines. In April, her multi-part series, “Safer Sidelines” uncovered the many ways high schools, athletic associations and lawmakers have failed to prepare for the worst-case scenario  sudden death in sports.Prior to Louisville, Kuzydym worked in Cincinnati as a TV producer of the special projects and investigative unit for WKRC-TV, Local 12. Alongside unit photographer Eric Gerhardt, Kuzydym produced two special projects: Athletes AT Risk, which looked at the health and safety of high school athletes and the healthcare missing from sidelines, and Childhood Poverty: Cincinnati's Crisis, which uncovered why Cincinnati has the fourth-highest childhood poverty rate.She previously worked as a producer on a five-person investigative and special projects unit for KHOU-TV in Houston, where she was responsible for generating new story ideas, planning and conducting interviews, obtaining and organizing data and filing more than 800 open records requests to school districts, police departments and other governmental entities. Her work focused on taking deep dives into police body cameras, teenage anxiety, sex trafficking and high school athletics departments, in Houston and nationally. Her team's work earned them a DuPont, a Gracie and a Lone Star EMMY. In Cleveland, her reporting into concussions turned into a multi-part project, “Mind Over Matter,” which was awarded a Headliner Award.JSMP website: www.jaxsmp.comFASMED website http://fasmed.fadss.org/Guest biography & contact informationStephanie Kuzydym email: skuzydym@gannett.comTwitter @stephkuzyDeadly Games Database: https://data.courier-journal.com/deadly-games-sudden-death-in-athletes/ 

Today we speak with Dr. Rob Huggins of the Kory Stringer Institute on issues related to sports performance and heat safety.JSMP website: www.jaxsmp.comFASMED website http://fasmed.fadss.org/Dr. Robert Huggins, PhD, LAT, ATC robert.huggins@uconn.edu1 860 486 6711Biography:Dr. Huggins is currently the Vice President of Research and Athlete Performance & Safety at the Korey Stringer Institute. His is responsibilities include the supervision, management, and coordination of research initiatives currently conducted by KSI. Furthermore, Rob conducts performance testing on athletes who are looking to enhance their performance through the use of scientific insights. Rob has been a licensed Athletic Trainer since 2007 and has experience at mass medical events such as the Falmouth Road Race, Boston Marathon, and Marine Corps Marathon where he has treated more than 65 cases of exertional heat stroke. Prior to his role at KSI, he started the club sports Athletic Training Programs at both Sacred Heart University and the University of Connecticut.Dr. Huggins focuses on two major areas of research, athlete health and safety and athlete performance. From a health and safety in sport perspective, his research has focused on improving Athletic Training services at the secondary school level, emergency best practices in youth athletes, and the economic impact of medical services rendered by Athletic Trainers. From an exercise science perspective, his research interests include heat illness and the assessment of physiological biomarkers, exercise stress, and training load on sport performance.Dr. Huggins is the 2013 EATA Frank George Award winner and the 2013 NEACSM David Camaione Award winner. He has spoken at national conferences including the NATA and ACSM meetings and the 2016 Boston Athletic Association medical meeting. He served as co-chair of the 2016 Youth Sports Safety Governing Bodies Meeting and member of the organizing committee and speaker for the 2016 Collaborative Solutions for Safety in Sport Meeting. He has been an author on ~20 publications including the 2013 “Inter-Association Task Force for Preventing Sudden Death in Secondary School Athletics Programs: Best Practices Recommendations.” He has also co-authored two chapters in “Quick Questions in Heat-Related Illness and Hydration” Recently Dr. Huggins has studied elite soccer athletes, collegiate soccer players, professional football players, cyclists, and ultra-marathoners. Rob has been married to his high school sweet heart Christina for 7 years and they have 2 boys; Landon (3) and Weston (9months). Selected Publications: Adams EL, Casa DJ, Huggins RA, DeMartini JK, Stearns RL, Kennedy RM, DiStefano LJ, Armstrong LE, Maresh CM. Heat exposure and hypohydration exacerbate physiological strain during load carrying. J Strength Cond Res. 2017 Feb 1. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000001831. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28166185Adams WM, Hosokawa Y, Belval LN, Huggins RA, Stearns RL, Casa DJ. Deviation from goal pace, body temperature and body mass loss as predictors of road race performance. J Sci Med Sport. 2017 Mar;20(3):302-306. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2016.07.009. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/labs/articles/27720128/Additional research articles and resources are available on KSI.UCONN.EDU

Today we discuss coloration of care between athletic trainers and Emergency Medical Services (EMS).  Over the years JSMP and JFRD (Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department) have met together frequently to discuss best practices for care and working together as health care professionals.   We also have joint training sessions to implement protocols and practice skills.   We are seeking a seamless and efficient plan of care for our athletes and others when emergencies arise.  Capt. Eric Mitchell and Dr. Bradley Elias (JSMP Medical Director) have been valuable partners.

Bo McDougal, a Duval County & Jacksonville University legend reflects on his long and productive career as the athletic trainer for Jacksonville University and later Paxon School for Advanced Studies.  Bo serves in numerous capacities as  a  mentor, NFL Concussion Spotter, Board of Athletic Trainer and numerous service opportunities.

Our guest today is one of the contributing authors the recent Amsterdam consensus concussion statement. Dr. Steven Broglio is associate dean for Graduate Affairs, a professor of Athletic Training, and adjunct professor of Neurology and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Michigan,  Dr. Broglio is the director of the U-M Concussion Center and the NeuroTrauma Research Laboratory, where he oversees clinical care, educational outreach, and multi-disciplinary research aimed at fundamental questions on concussion prevention, identification, diagnosis, management, and outcomes. Dr. Broglio was awarded the Early Career Investigator Award by the International Brain Injury Association, the Early Career Award by the National Athletic Trainers' Association, and Fellowship in the American College of Sports Medicine and National Athletic Trainers' Association.We have been discussing the latest concussion consensus statement with Dr. Steve Broglio, one of its authors and a leading researcher at the University of Michigan. Dr. Broglio's focus is on Sports medicine: mild traumatic brain injury prevention, biomechanics, assessment, and treatment, postural control.  CONTACT Dr. Steve BroglioAddressSKB 4010830 North University Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1048 United States

Jerrian Sanders, Owner, B3 Better Sports PerformanceJerrian@b3sports.com  904-521-9172 11339 Distribution Ave E, Jacksonville, FL 32256Jerrian Sanders has been training athletes all over the world for the past 19 years. During this time, he used the qualifications he gained in Kinesiology, the science of your body and motion, to help hundreds of professional athletes all over the world become magnitudes better at their chosen sport and specialization. The amount of time that Jerrian has spent working with world-class athletes has allowed him to become a master in the craft of training for sports and become an expert in this elite field of high-performance athletics.   "B3 Better consists of a team of highly educated coaches and trainers with vast knowledge in building strong and successful teams. Our experience in training players from the Olympics to the national leagues like the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL etc., as well as the ability to create custom programs in a group setting, makes our product stand apart from other programs and trainers. The best coaches, the best training tools, and programs are right here at your fingertips. Our assessment allows you to understand as an athlete not only where you stack up to the competition but also what steps you need to take for you to reach your personal ceiling.

This episode is a discussion with Capt. Eric Mitchell of the Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department (JFRD) here in Jacksonville Florida.  What is the purpose of learning and working together to provide quality services to any athlete? Capt. Mitchell is responsible for the coordination of all EMS services for any major event in Jacksonville, FL., including the Jaguars, the GATE River Run, major concerts he and his department help keep us all safe.  JFRD assists the Duval County Schools with EMS at sporting events as well has been a partner for many years with JSMP in developing and implementing policies to keep athletes safe.  Capt. Mitchell recently completed his Doctorate in Public Administration.

Kevin Rapps, recipient of the  Academy Sports & Outdoors North Florida High School Athletic Trainer of the Year  at the recent 2023 North Florida Sports Safety Awards.  Kevin does an outstanding job at Baldwin Middle and High Schools in Baldwin, Florida. Kevin Rapps, MS, LAT, ATCRappsk@duvalschools.org(309) 660-1338

Learn the latest regarding educating parents, coaches and athletes in our discussion with Laurie Giordano of the Zach Martin Foundation. She is passionate about Exertional Heat issues and their impact upon our youth.  Her son Zach, passed away following a heat stroke in a summer football conditioning session. His death would have been most likely prevented  by utilizing cold water immersion and putting cool first, transport second procedures in place.Join her national effort at https://www.change.org/p/support-funding-for-exertional-heat-illness-education-and-equipment?source_location=searchI'm asking for your support in addressing a growing health problem – exertional heat injuries and deaths among youth athletes. With the proper education, training, equipment, and prevention strategies, we can prevent these serious injuries and deaths.My son, Zach Martin, a Florida high school football player, died nearly six years ago after experiencing exertional heat stroke (EHS) during conditioning on a hot June day. That led me to help ensure no other parents had to experience this same tragedy. I created the Zach Martin Memorial Foundation -- https://zachmartinfoundation.com/home -- which provides EHS / Exertional Heat Illness (EHI) education, awareness, and prevention equipment to athletes, schools, club teams, coaches, and parents. I also successfully lobbied for the enactment and implementation of a 2020 Florida state law – the Zachary Martin Act – which is protecting youth athletes. The odds of every state enacting this life-saving legislation are slim and can take years to be approved, so I am launching a campaign seeking national action by Congress, federal agencies, and the President to take action to prevent EHS and EHI. Specifically, to provide grants to athletic programs to purchase cooling tubs, wet bulb globe thermometers, ice machines, tents, coolers, automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and other equipment to address students and athletes in distress; and encourage other relevant agencies to develop a national training program addressing EHS and EHI symptoms, treatments and best practices for prevention, as well as “bystander response and first aid” for heat stroke. All National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) sports register EHS incidents, but football is the most prevalent and practices are where the most incidents occur. Not surprisingly, states with the hottest average temperatures saw the most incidents of EHI, but it is not limited by geographic location. High school athletics do not get as much attention as the NCAA because they are not required to report instances of EHI & EHS and have less oversight. However, a survey of high schools in Florida revealed 416 EHI and 18 EHS incidents during one school year. These are frightening numbers and they do not include summer conditioning injuries and deaths.Zach's death, and other EHI injuries and EHS deaths, are an unnecessary result of a lack of awareness of the signs and symptoms of EHS and too little knowledge on prevention and treatment. Cold water immersion of the torso in ice and water results in a 100 percent rate of EHS survival when used promptly, on-site, and before EMS transport. The rule to remember is: Cool first; transport second.While EHI's are not always life-threatening, EHS does lead to death if not recognized and treated appropriately within the first 15 minutes of symptoms. However, through proper education and awareness, EHS can be recognized early, and treated successfully. Athletic programs should have the education, preparedness, and equipment and supplies ready and available to properly assess and treat life-threatening conditions. 

Are you and your athlete prepared for summer conditioning program?.  Better yet, is where they are participating, is the staff and facility prepared in case of emergency?  We'll discuss this and more in this brief  informative episode of the Youth sports Safety Update..

Jeff Ferguson was hired as the Jaguars director of athletic training on Feb. 25, 2021.Previously, Ferguson spent 13 seasons (2006-18) with the San Francisco 49ers, one year as the vice president of player health and safety for the XFL (2019-20) and, most recently, served as the CEO of WellStrong, an established medical services management company, from 2020-21.

Dr. Coris is a member of the FHSAA Sports Medicine Advisory Committee and shares timely help for physicians, parents and athletes to stay safe as they begin a new season of play.Dr.  Eric Coris is  a team physician for University of South Florida Athletics and the Tampa Bay Bucs professional football team.  He serves on the FHSAA Sports Medicine Advisory Committee (SMAC) and shares timely information to assist physicians, parents, and athletes to stay safe as they prepare fo r anew season.Eric Coris, MD is a Professor and Chair of Family Medicine, and Professor of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at The USF Morsani College of Medicine.  He currently also serves as Head Team Physician for USF Athletic Medicine, Head Team Physician for USF Football, and as a Team Physician with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.  He completed his residency at St. Vincent's Family Medicine Residency Program in Jacksonville, Florida;  and a Fellowship in Sports Medicine at The Ohio State University.  He served as a Team Physician for The Ohio State University prior to his current role. He has been serving in the Department of Family Medicine, and in various roles throughout The USF Morsani College of Medicine, since December 2001. He also completed a Faculty Development Fellowship at UNC Chapel Hill, and a Grant Writing Fellowship ai University of Missouri-Columbia. JAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine ProgramFHSAA EL2 Pre-participation screeninghttps://fhsaa.com/documents/2023/3/8/AT18_Final_3_8_2023.pdfFHSAA EL 3 forms Consent and informationalhttps://fhsaa.com/documents/2023/3/6/EL3_Form.pdfFHSAA AT18 form - Concussion return to play https://fhsaa.com/documents/2023/3/8/AT18_Final_3_8_2023.pdf

Who we Play For is an organization dedicated to providing heart screening to help identify and reduce the risk of Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). SCA is the leading cause of death in athletics and the youth population.Shawn Simashawn.sima@whoweplayfor.orgEvan Ernst 321-506-0074 evan,ernst@whoweplayfor.org

A discussion about sports nutrition with Jacksonville Jaguars Associate Sports Performance Dietitian.  Jackie shares her career journey, hydration, energy drinks, proper nutritional balance for peak performance,  tailoring the right balance on your body's frame and much more.  Trance works as the associate performance dietitian for the Jacksonville Jaguars, and every day she spends hours doing what she loves most: helping professional football players train, practice, and play at their best.Jackie TranceTranceJ@nfl.jaguars.comhttps://healthandhumansciences.fsu.edu/2021/10/07/living-a-dream-an-interview-with-jackie-trance-performance-dietitian-for-the-jacksonville-jaguars