Podcasts about Team physician

Today's guest is Dr. Christopher Camp, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a deep focus on sports medicine and shoulder and elbow surgery. Since 2019, Dr. Camp has served as the Medical Director, Team Physician, and Director of High Performance for the Minnesota Twins, where he works closely with players, athletic trainers, and front office staff to keep athletes healthy and performing at their best.Beyond the field, Dr. Camp is a leading researcher in the biomechanics of throwing, injury prevention, and surgical innovation. His work is shaping how we understand and treat injuries in overhead athletes—not just in baseball, but across all sports. He also leads the Human Optimization Project at the Mayo Clinic, an initiative focused on maximizing health, performance, and recovery. Listen along as we dive into his unique perspective on athlete care, research, and the evolving relationship between medicine and high performance in professional baseball.For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pbats.com.

Dr. Michael Osterholt, Sports Medicine Physician and Team Physician for Washington State University Athletics, breaks down what Tennis Elbow is, how it's diagnosed, and what treatment options are available.

#realconversations #SUDC #sportsmedicine #angel #filmmaker #documentaryCONVERSATIONS WITH CALVIN WE THE SPECIESTHE STORY BEHIND:  ‘VIENNA: ‘Suddenly an Angel- SUDC Documentary' Appearing atGarden State Film Festival with Dr Denise Wunderlerhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ConversationswithCalvinWetheSpecIEs470 Interviews/Videos  8500 SUBSCRIBERSGLOBAL Reach. Earth Life. Amazing People.  PLEASE SUBSCRIBE ** ‘VIENNA: Suddenly An Angel SUDC Documentary' with Dr DeniseWunderler (Vienna's Mother) appearing at Garden State Film FestivalYou Tube: https://youtu.be/uwysdx2k0HcDr. Denise Wunderler, DO, FAOASM-Mom of 3, including Angel Vienna (1/19/15-11/12/17); Wifeof 1-Founder/President, Team Vienna 4 SUDC (Sudden UnexplainedDeath in Childhood) Awareness Inc. (501c3 nonprofit) www.VIENNA.team-Subject, Co-producer, Executive Producer, VIENNA: SuddenlyAn Angel-Sports Medicine Physician, Harley-Davidson Motor Company-USA Volleyball/FIVB International Team Physician**BIO: Dr. Wunderler is the Mom of 3, sports medicinephysician, USA Volleyball/FIVB team physician, international speaker, andpublished author who graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine andBiosciences. She completed her family medicine residency and sports medicinefellowship within the Cleveland Clinic Health System in Cleveland, Ohio. Shecurrently works in the medical clinic at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, andcoaches her kids' basketball and track teams in the local recreational sportsprograms.She is the mom of 3Vs, including her youngest Vienna, whodied at 2 1/2 years old in 2017, without explanation. She is the wife of 1.Dr. Wunderler is the founder/president of her family's501c3, all-volunteer, nonprofit Team Vienna 4 SUDC (Sudden Unexplained Death inChildhood) Awareness Inc (in honor of her daughter) and founded the AnnualVienna's Day of International SUDC Awareness, where all 7 continents join toeducate the world about SUDC. She is most recently a new filmmaker, as shespearheaded and co-produced an inspiring, short documentary, VIENNA: SuddenlyAn Angel, based on Vienna and turning her own family's tragedy into a world-widemovement of purposeful action.Dr. Wunderler has been a Team Physician with USA Volleyballand FIVB since 2009 and travels internationally to support Team USA.She earned the award of Fellow of the American OsteopathicAcademy of Sports Medicine in 2014. She was honored as one of the top 10inspiring women in osteopathic medicine in a national publication in2020. She was a nominee for the International ATHENA Awardfor leadership in 2020.**LINKSTeamVienna2018@yahoo.comSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/TeamVienna4SUDCawareness@TeamVienna4SUDCawareness on Instagramhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-denise-wunderler-do-faoasm-a72684175/**WE ARE ALSO ON AUDIOAUDIO “Conversations with Calvin; WE  the SpecIEs”ANCHOR https://lnkd.in/g4jcUPqSPOTIFY https://lnkd.in/ghuMFeCAPPLE PODCASTSBREAKER https://lnkd.in/g62StzJGOOGLE PODCASTS https://lnkd.in/gpd3XfMPOCKET CASTS https://pca.st/bmjmzaitRADIO PUBLIC https://lnkd.in/gxueFZw

Dr. Evan Mladenoff has been assisting people reaching their short term and long term human performance possibilities in his clinic in Overland Park, KS. As one of the only Chiropractors to be a Team Physician in professional and Olympic sports in 2 countries, Dr. Mladenoff is committed to utilizing the tools he uses in high performance athletes as THE approach for promoting the health and well being of all his patients.

Join MEMBERS ONLY for Early and Ad-Free Podcasts: https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew   Dr. Christle Guevarra, DO, MS, CAQSM, and Dr. Mike Israetel join us for this episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk podcast.    Dr. Christle Guevarra earned her M.S. in Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her D.O. from Western University of Health Sciences. She previously taught as a Pre-Doctoral Teaching Fellow at WesternU and completed her Family Medicine residency at Crozer Health in PA, where she was named “Resident of the Year.” After a Sports Medicine fellowship at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, she now runs a telemedicine practice, serves as a Team Physician for US Figure Skating, and manages projects for RP Strength. An advocate for Exercise Is Medicine, Christle, a former competitive powerlifter, enjoys weightlifting and training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.   Dr. Mike Israetel holds a Ph.D. in Sport Physiology from Lehman College, CUNY, where he teaches. He co-founded Renaissance Periodization, a diet and training consultancy, and has earned a purple belt in BJJ and a brown belt in jiu jitsu. Mike also competes as an NPC bodybuilder.   Christle's IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.christle/ Mike's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel/ Renaissance Periodization: https://rpstrength.com/   THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS  AG1: https://drinkag1.com/DAVETATE Marek Health: https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk (CODE: TABLETALK) LMNT: https://partners.drinklmnt.com/free-gift-with-purchase?utm_campaign=agwp&am…  RP Hypertrophy App:https://go.rpstrength.com/hypertrophy-app/ (CODE: TABLE TALK)  elitefts: https://www.elitefts.com/ (CODE: TABLE TALK)     SUPPORT THE SHOW    All profits from elitefts Limited Edition Apparel, Table Talk Coffee, and Team elitefts Workouts, Programs, and Training eBooks support Dave Tate's Table Talk Podcast.    Shop these elitefts items: https://www.elitefts.com/content/table-talk/  elitefts Shop: https://www.elitefts.com/  elitefts IG: https://www.instagram.com/elitefts/ elitefts  Limited Edition Apparel: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html

On each of these mini episodes, we chat about a new article or new surgical technique in the field of sports medicine. We'll give you our quick take on the most recent data and how this data will impact our practice. Today, we're broaching a topic that we haven't discussed before on this podcast.  And that is the medico-legal side of sports medicine.  Specifically, the malpractice liability exposure for team physicians.In January of 2023, a professional football player for the Philadelphia Eagles sued a surgeon in Pittsburgh, that surgeon's medical center, and the Philadelphia orthopaedic practice caring for the team.  After a 2-week trial, the jury found in favor of the plaintiff and awarded him $43.5 million dollars in damages.  This ruling has had a profound impact on our sports medicine community and ultimately led to the Philadelphia practice terminating its contract to care for this NFL team.This case, and others that have come before it, has highlighted the liability that orthopedic surgeons assume when caring for elite professional athletes.  Despite this, many sports medicine physicians lack the legal expertise to understand their risk of exposure.  Today, we are reviewing an article published this month in AJSM titled “Malpractice Liability Exposure and the Sports Medicine Team Physician: Caring for Professional Athletes in the National Football League, Major League Baseball, and National Hockey League.”

Seattle Kraken Team Physician, and team physician with the Seattle Mariners as well, Dr. Henry Pelto joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain on Hockey Fights Cancer Day to discuss the importance of cancer testing and screening and what people should do now.

Welcome to a very special episode of The Sports Docs Podcast. In celebration of our 101st episode, we are honoring Dr. Mark Price who passed away on August 16, 2024 following his battle with leiomyosarcoma. We wanted to pay tribute to Dr. Price, who mentored us both through our residency at Harvard. His death is an immeasurable loss to his family and the community. Dr. Price was the Head Team Physician and Medical Director of the New England Patriots since 2016 and a team physician for the Boston Red Sox since 2009. He was a Captain in the U.S. Navy Reserves and served in combat operations in Afghanistan, where he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. Most importantly, he was a bright example of a physician who cared deeply for his friends and family, including his wife Stephanie and their children, Henry, Julia and Sarah. The words shared by family and friends at his memorial service in Wellesley last month demonstrated a life rooted in purpose and accomplishments aligned with his values.Mark was one of our first guests, coming onto the show for Episode #3 and #4 in March of 2021. Consistent with who he was, he was willing to take the time out of his busy schedule to help two of his mentees build something new. So, with that, we thank Mark Price for all that he taught us and the mentorship he provided to not only us, but our community.--On today's episode we're continuing our discussion on shoulder instability with Dr. Mark Price, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital and Head Team Physician for the New England Patriots. We have 5 great articles which we discuss over two episodes that really contribute well this conversation on how to best manage shoulder instability in athletes both in-season and post-season. We're very honored to have Dr. Mark Price join our discussion today. Dr. Price specializes in sports medicine, knee and shoulder surgery. He is an attending surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital and Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Price earned his MD from Harvard Medical School and PhD in Medical Physics from MIT. He completed the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, where Catherine and I both attended as well, and then went on to complete a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder reconstructive surgery at Mass General. Dr. Price is Head Team Physician and Medical Director for the New England Patriots and a Team Physician for the Boston Red Sox. He is a Captain in the US Navy Reserves and has served in combat operations in Afghanistan, where he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service. We begin with Dr. Hettrich of Brigham and Women's Hospital who recently investigated the question “Are there racial differences between patients undergoing surgery for shoulder instability?” We'll dive further into this topic and chat about how this impacts resident and fellow education. We will follow these articles up with a discussion on the surgical management of shoulder instability by reviewing two articles from the March issue of Arthroscopy. The first is a prospective randomized controlled trial titled Arthroscopic Bankart Repair With and Without Curettage of the Glenoid Edge. Desai and his team concluded that curettage of the glenoid edge reduced the incidence of postoperative recurrence of instability likely relating to improved healing of the capsulolabrum repair. Avramidis and colleagues contributed their cases on the management of recurrent anterior shoulder instability by All-Arthroscopic Modified Eden-Hybinette Procedure Using Iliac Crest Autograft and Double-Pair Button Fixation System. 

Welcome to a very special episode of The Sports Docs Podcast. In celebration of our 100th episode, we are honoring Dr. Mark Price who passed away on August 16, 2024 following his battle with leiomyosarcoma. We wanted to pay tribute to Dr. Price, who mentored us both through our residency at Harvard. His death is an immeasurable loss to his family and the community. Dr. Price was the Head Team Physician and Medical Director of the New England Patriots since 2016 and a team physician for the Boston Red Sox since 2009. He was a Captain in the U.S. Navy Reserves and served in combat operations in Afghanistan, where he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. Most importantly, he was a bright example of a physician who cared deeply for his friends and family, including his wife Stephanie and their children, Henry, Julia and Sarah. The words shared by family and friends at his memorial service in Wellesley last month demonstrated a life rooted in purpose and accomplishments aligned with his values.Mark was one of our first guests, coming onto the show for Episode #3 and #4 in March of 2021. Consistent with who he was, he was willing to take the time out of his busy schedule to help two of his mentees build something new. So, with that, we thank Mark Price for all that he taught us and the mentorship he provided to not only us, but our community.--We have 5 great articles which we discuss over two episodes that really contribute well this conversation on how to best manage shoulder instability in athletes both in-season and post-season. We're very honored to have Dr. Mark Price join our discussion today. Dr. Price specializes in sports medicine, knee and shoulder surgery. He is an attending surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital and Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Price earned his MD from Harvard Medical School and PhD in Medical Physics from MIT. He completed the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, where Catherine and I both attended as well, and then went on to complete a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder reconstructive surgery at Mass General. Dr. Price is Head Team Physician and Medical Director for the New England Patriots and a Team Physician for the Boston Red Sox. He is a Captain in the US Navy Reserves and has served in combat operations in Afghanistan, where he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service. The first paper is from the February issue of AJSM, titled Incidence of Posterior Shoulder Instability in the United States Military. It is a descriptive epidemiology study by Brett Owen and his team which found the incidence is higher than previously reported. Then, from the January issue of Sports Health, we feature the publication Does Functional Bracing of the Unstable Shoulder Improve Return to Play in Scholastic Athletes? Tokish and colleagues found functional bracing did not result in increased success rates when compared to no bracing in adolescent athletes.

The ALL ME® Podcast MLB Team Physicians – Steven Cohen, MD Summary Dr. Cohen, a board-certified sports medicine surgeon, discusses his journey to becoming a medical doctor and orthopedic surgeon. He emphasizes the importance of getting exposure to the medical field at a young age and seeking opportunities to shadow or talk to physicians. Dr. Cohen explains that orthopedics is a branch of surgery that focuses on bones and joints, with various subspecialties such as sports medicine, shoulder and elbow surgery, foot and ankle surgery, and more. He also discusses his role as the head team physician for the Philadelphia Phillies and the involvement of team physicians in player care, including minor league players and visiting teams. Dr. Cohen highlights the collaborative nature of the medical team and their role in providing medical information for trades and draft picks. Dr. Steve Cohen discusses the importance of communication and education in youth sports, particularly when it comes to sports specialization and overuse injuries. He emphasizes the need for parents to communicate with coaches about pitch counts and rest days for young pitchers, and to advocate for their children's well-being. Dr. Cohen also highlights the importance of building relationships with athletes and the joy of seeing them succeed both on and off the field. Takeaways ·        Getting exposure to the medical field at a young age is important for aspiring doctors. ·        Orthopedics is a branch of surgery that focuses on bones and joints, with various subspecialties. ·        Team physicians are responsible for the care of all players, including minor league players and visiting teams. ·        The medical team collaborates and provides medical information for trades and draft picks. Communication and education are key in preventing overuse injuries in youth sports. ·        Parents should communicate with coaches about pitch counts and rest days for young pitchers. ·        Building relationships with athletes is important for their success and well-being. ·        Sports specialization does not necessarily lead to becoming a professional athlete. ·        Multi-sport athletes are preferred over single-specialized athletes. ·        Youth athletes should not be throwing excessive pitch counts. ·        Travel tournaments and multiple games in a short period of time can contribute to overuse injuries. ·        Parents should advocate for their children's well-being and enforce pitch count rules. ·        The Taylor Hooton Foundation promotes living and competing without the use of performance-enhancing substances. Chapters 00:00 Becoming a Medical Doctor and Orthopedic Surgeon 03:07 Exploring the Field of Orthopedics 09:07 The Role of a Team Physician 22:07 The Importance of Communication and Education in Youth Sports 23:53 The Impact of Sports Specialization on Youth Athletes 26:49 The Dangers of Excessive Pitch Counts in Youth Baseball 28:41 Advocating for Youth Athletes' Well-being 35:26 Building Relationships with Athletes for Success On and Off the Field 37:49 The Taylor Hooton Foundation: Promoting Clean and Healthy Sports   Follow Us: Twitter: @theTHF Instagram: @theTHF Facebook: Taylor Hooton Foundation #ALLMEPEDFREE Contact Us:  Twitter: @theTHF Instagram: @theTHF Facebook: Taylor Hooton Foundation #ALLMEPEDFREE Email:  Phone: 214-449-1990 ALL ME Assembly Programs:

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. 

Sara Schaefer discusses the subspecialty of sports neurology and the opportunities for neurologists to work on the side lines at sporting events, with Dr. Stephanie Alessi-LaRosa, sports neurologist and sports neurology fellowship director at University of Connecticut and Hartford Healthcare. They discuss who works for sports teams, the nitty gritty of the gigs, and how to learn more and get involved.

In today's fast-paced world, many individuals are seeking alternatives to invasive surgical procedures. Dr. Mazzola explains how ultrasound guided diagnosis has revolutionized the field by providing accurate and precise treatment options for patients. By using this innovative technique, doctors can identify and target the root cause of the problem, such as arthritis or ligament injuries, without the need for surgery. Key Points ✅ Regenerative Medicine and ultrasound guided diagnosis is changing the way we treat arthritis and other non-surgical sports injuries ✅ Keys to physical exam and diagnosis of injuries to avoid surgery ✅ When does PRP injection make since to avoid surgery after tendon or ligament injuries? Dr. Tim Mazzola Dr. Mazzola is board certified in both Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. He is also certified in musculoskeletal ultrasound since 2013. He currently practices as a Non-operative Regenerative Orthopedist at Breakthrough Regenerative Orthopedics in Boulder, CO. He previously served as a Team Physician at the US Air Force Academy. Passionate about teaching, Dr. Mazzola is affiliated with the University of Colorado Medical School and is completing 2 SI ligament research studies with Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has taught Advanced Musculoskeletal Ultrasound and Regenerative Orthopedics for several years.  He co-authored a chapter on Ultrasound Guided techniques in Regenerative Medicine Procedures in Dr. Malanga and Ibrahim's textbook titled Regenerative Treatments in Sports and Orthopedic Medicine.  He co- authored a recent review paper on optimizing PRP dose and formulations with Peter Everts and others. https://www.orthopedicscolorado.com/  

When the world's elite athletes compete later this month at the Olympic Games in Paris, who treats them? And when injuries happen, how are decisions made about whether the athlete can continue to compete? To answer these questions and how it all works, our guest is Dr. Gloria Beim, the Head Team Physician at the Olympic Games for Team USA. Jonathan and Dr. Beim talk about the Olympics and the medical teams that support athletes there, and they also discuss Dr. Beim's truly remarkable story that led to a life in medical care, where she continues to serve everyone from regular folks in rural communities, to some of the greatest athletes in human history.RELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTSBlister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister PodcastOff The CouchTOPICS & TIMES:How Jonathan & Dr. Beim Met (4:40)Heading to Paris (8:03)Your day-to-day at the Olympics (9:16)Educating Patients (22:38)Elite Athletes vs ‘Normal' Folks (26:13)Which Olympic Sports Produce the Most Injuries? (31:20)Dr. Beim's Path to Team USA (35:39)The Youth (56:26)BLISTER+ (1:02:04) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode features Dr. Peter DeLuca, Orthopedic Surgeo at RWJBarnabas Health - Current Team Physician for the Gotham FC & New Jersey Devils. Here, he discusses the scope of his current roles at different sports organizations, the most common injuries he sees, how to prevent these types of injuries, how the recovery process from sports-related injuries has evolved over the years, and more.

On this special Opening Day episode of Inside Athletic Training, Dr. Steve Cohen, Phillies head team physician, joins the show to talk about the upcoming MLB season, the grind of spring training, his road to becoming the Phillies' head team physician,  relationships with the Phillies' athletic training staff, how they work together throughout the season, duties and responsibilities of a team doctor, and much more. For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pbats.com.

Insights from A Surgeon, Team Physician & Entrepreneur with Dr. Brian Cole Listen in as host David Mandell speaks with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brian Cole. David and Brian begin the discussion with an overview of Brian's career journey, his decision to earn an M.B.A. and his thoughts on the importance of business acumen in the medical field. David asks Brian about the unique structure of his practice and academic work and then his experience working as team physician for a number of Chicago's professional sports teams – both the pros and the cons. Brian and David then chat about Brian's involvement in healthcare-related businesses and why he focuses on business activity that relates to what he is doing medically.  They also discuss Brian's leadership roles in professional societies, including what his advice is for the young physicians he trains or speaks to on career, financial, and business matters. Finally, Brian tells David and the audience about his own podcast, Sports Medicine Weekly. Learn more, incluing key takeaways and insights, as well as being able to listen to this and past episodes by visiting www.physicianswealthpodcast.com.

As an All-American Rower for the Navy Midshipmen, Matt Provencher dreamed of taking to the skies in an F-18 Hornet. Instead, the young officer found his mission in the operating room, the top orthopedic surgeon to Navy SEAL Teams 1, 3, 5, and 7. After serving as Team Physician to the New England Patriots, Dr. Provencher landed at Vail's world-renowned Steadman Clinic, helping sports stars, wounded warriors, and everyday athletes return to action. https://www.ice.com/insights/conversations/inside-the-ice-house

Lee Kaplan, M.D., is the Director of the University of Miami Sports Medicine Institute and a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon. He is also the Petra and Stephen Levin Endowed Chair in Sports Medicine, and a Professor of Orthopaedics, Biomedical Engineering, and Kinesiology and Sports Sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Kaplan is a renowned specialist in sports-related knee, shoulder, and elbow injuries, and arthroscopic surgery. He earned his undergraduate degree from John Hopkins University, fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh and completed his residency at University of Miami Hospital. Dr. Kaplan received his medical degree from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Dr. Kaplan is the Medical Director of the University of Miami Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Medical Director and Team Physician for the Miami Marlins and USA Olympic Team.

Dr. Kneer is a sports medicine specialist with the Emory Orthopedics and Spine Center. He is also the head team physician for the Atlanta Braves and consulting physician to the Falcons. He has provided international medical coverage to U.S. Soccer. Tap into Dr. Kneer's wealth of knowledge on sports injuries, on how to stay fit, and how he keeps professional athletes in the game.

This episode features Dr. Bobby Chhabra, Director of the UVA Health Orthopaedic Center & Team Physician for the UVA Department of Athletics. Here, he discusses his background, what he is currently focusing on in his role, what he is excited about from a technology standpoint, and more.

Dr. Brian Mahaffey, Team physician for the St. Louis Cardinals and Coordinator of Major League Medical Services joins the podcast to discuss his career as the Team Physician for the St. Louis Cardinals and Coordinator of Major League Medical Services. He navigates the current trends shaping these fields, shares his anticipation and concerns for the upcoming year, and explores the intersection of health, sports, and medicine.

On today's episode we're focusing on medial collateral ligament injuries with Dr. Brett Owens. We'll start off our discussion today with an article authored by our guest, Dr. Brett Owens, titled “The Epidemiology of Medial Collateral Ligament Sprains in Young Athletes” from the 2014 issue of AJSM.The authors performed a longitudinal cohort study of US military cadets and found that MCL injuries are relatively common in the athletic population. Male athletes are at significantly greater risk than females –of the 128 injuries in this study, 89% occurred in males. Intercollegiate athletes are also at greater risk than athletes participating in intramural sports. The incidence of MCL injury was highest in wrestling and hockey. In terms of time missed, the average amount of time was 23 days but this differed based on the grade of injury – with grade I sprains only missing a median of 13.5 days.Up next is a Current Concepts Review article from JBJS authored by Robert LaPrade and colleagues at the University of Minnesota. Some takeaways from this paper: First, the medial structures of the knee (including the superficial and deep MCL as well as the posterior oblique ligament) are the most commonly injured ligamentous structures of the knee. The majority of medial knee ligament tears are isolated injuries. Physical examination is the initial method of choice for diagnosis and includes application of a valgus load to the knee in both full extension as well as in 20 to 30 degrees of knee flexion. In terms of imaging, valgus stress radiographs and MRI are useful to confirm and grade the injury.We wrap up Part I with a discussion on the prevention of MCL injury and review an article from the August issue of OJSM this year titled “Prophylactic Knee Bracing in Offensive Lineman of the NFL – A Retrospective Analysis of Usage Trends, Player Performance and Major Knee Injury.” Dr. Robert Gallo and team at Penn State found that brace wears had a significantly lower rate of major knee injury, defined as an injury requiring time missed. The most common knee injury in nonbracers was an isolated MCL injury. There was no difference in player performance between bracers and nonbracers. Interestingly, despite this data, brace usage has steadily declined – from 16.3% in 2014 to 5.6% in 2020 – specifically at the rookie level.We are joined today by Dr. Brett Owens, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at University Orthopaedics in Providence Rhode Island, who specializes in complex shoulder, knee and sports medicine. He is the Chief of Sports Medicine at the Miriam Hospital in Providence, RI and the Director of the Rhode Island Cartilage Repair Center. He is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Brown University Alpert Medical School and is currently a Team Physician for Brown University and the Providence Bruins. Prior to joining University Orthopaedics, Dr. Owens served as the Chief of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Keller Army Hospital at West Point New York, where he cared for soldiers and cadets at the US Military Academy and was the Team Physician for Army lacrosse, rugby, and football teams. While deployed in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom, Dr. Owens served as Chief of Orthopedics at the 86th Combat Support Hospital. He has also served as Team Physician for US Lacrosse like Catherine! Needless to say, he is a very accomplished person and we are excited to have him join us today.

**How are we doing?? Click ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ to complete a brief, 2-minute survey.** A discussion with Dr. Ken, Head Team Physician for the University of Texas at San Antonio. Dr. Ken O. Kenneth-Nwosa is an Assistant Professor at UT Health San Antonio and Head Team Physician for the University of Texas at San Antonio and their NCAA Division 1 Athletics program. Dr. Ken completed medical school and a residency in family medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX. He then completed a Primary Sports Medicine fellowship at the world-renowned Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopedics Clinic in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Ken serves as Chief Medical Officer for an Athletic Trainer residency and was recently appointed as a Member of the Medical Advisory Committee for the American Athletic Conference.

146  The Chiropractic Team PhysicianHave you thought about trying to become a team physician for a high school, college, or maybe a pro team?Becoming a team doc can be a lot of fun, as well as rewarding.  But how do you get your foot in the door?Join us for a discussion where Kats Consultants coaches Dr. Michael Perusich and Dr. Alex Kallio, discuss:What special training you may need to be a team doctorHow to open the door to sports opportunitiesHow to work with different sportsWhy being a Chiropractic team doctor can dramatically boost your entire practiceKats Consultants is a team of highly experienced business advisors, practice owners, and Chiropractic coaches who help doctors maximize success.  From their perspectives as experienced Chiropractic advisors, Kats Consultants explores different and unique ways to keep Chiropractic Physicians on the cutting edge of Chiropractic practice regardless of technique, location, or economic conditions. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Kats Consultants CHIROPulse Podcast When you are ready we can help. Free Resource: Download 7 Signs Your Practice may be in trouble Let's Chat -30-minute chat about your practice Attend a Virtual Seminar Join the new subscription program Path to Prosper KC CHIROpulse Podcast. Helping Chiropractors keep their pulse on success. Thanks for listening.

On today's episode, I'm talking to Sports Medicine Physician Dr. Marci Goolsby about keeping a growth mindset. Marci is the Medical Director of the Women's Sports Medicine Center at the Hospital for Special Surgery and an Assistant Professor at Weill Cornell Medical College. She's recently been named the Director of Sports Medicine for the WNBA and is also serving this year as the president for the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. Throughout her life and career, Marci has excelled at maintaining a growth mindset, always emphasizing the process over the outcomes. This has helped her learn from mistakes and adapt to an ever-changing environment. We talk about:The crucial role that mentorship plays in both discovering possible career pathways and later accessing crucial opportunities.Using leadership opportunities to learn the process behind the scenes.Learning when to say yes and when to say no to work that comes our way.You can find the show notes and more resources at https://madamathlete.comKeep an eye out for new content or let us know what you'd like to see next by following us on social:Instagram: @theMadamAthleteFacebook: @MadamAthleteTwitter: @MadamAthlete

Does you feel like you've been seeing more and more stories about young athletes collapsing from sudden cardiac arrest?Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills collapsed after a collision in sudden cardiac arrest last year during Monday Night Football. A few weeks ago, Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, suffered cardiac arrest at a USC basketball practice. Is there a trend we should be aware of? Is this new? What's the deal? Is cardiac arrest common? Can it be prevented? What better way to find answers than to grab OUR DOCTOR FRIEND, maybe one that happens to be nationally recognized in the area of Sports Cardiology and screening for cardiac conditions in athletes, and ask him these great questions! Welcome, Jon Drezner, MD!Dr. Jon Drezner is a Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Director of the UW Medicine Center for Sports Cardiology at the University of Washington. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Sports Medicine He is Team Physician for the Seattle Seahawks (NFL), OL Reign (NWSL), and the University of Washington. Dr. Drezner is past-President of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM, 2012-13) and has dedicated his career to the prevention of sudden cardiac arrest and death (SCA/D) in young athletes and the development of effective models for prevention.This is a great episode, friends! Give it a listen and perhaps we can figure out how to STOP THE HEART-STOPPING!Key highlights in this episode include:Why do these elite athletes, the picture of peak performance, experience cardiac arrest?How common is sudden cardiac arrest in athletes? Does the prevalence change when looking at different types of athletes/sports?Who is at risk? How do we know?Are there warning signs for sudden cardiac arrest? What are they?Why do some people (like Bronny and Damar) have better outcomes than other people who suffer cardiac arrest?How can we screen for conditions that can cause sudden cardiac arrest?What about people out of high school and college age who are athletic, what are their risks of sudden cardiac arrest? Dr. Drezner recommends the following resources to learn more about sudden cardiac arrest in athletes:Parent Heart Watch website. The American Heart Association website. Take a lifesaving CPR class through the American Red Cross!The University of Washington Center for Sports Cardiology E-Academy, learn about ECG interpretation in athletes!You can find Dr. Drezner via his UWashington profile HERE, and on Twitter at @DreznerJon.DID WE MENTION HE HAS HIS OWN WIKIPEDIA PAGE??? :)For more episodes, limited edition merch, or to become a Friend of Your Doctor Friends (and more), follow this link!Also, CHECK OUT AMAZING HEALTH PODCASTS on The Health Podcast Network(For real, this network is AMAZING and has fantastic, evidence-based, honest health information,...

Dr. Jeremy Alland (@JeremyAllandMD) is a sports medicine physician at Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH, a renowned, consistently top-10 nationally-ranked orthopedic practice in Chicago, IL. In addition to a busy clinical practice, he serves as the head primary care team physician for the Chicago Bulls and Chicago Dogs, as well as a team physician for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Fire Soccer Club. An avid athlete, Dr. Alland played collegiate baseball for DePauw University before pursuing medicine and enjoys golfing, basketball and stand-up paddleboarding. He is the co-host of "Your Doctor Friends" podcast, and has found it insanely fun and is excited to bring fun and approachability to the most common questions we hear as doctors. He also made a hole in one right before we recorded this episode.  THE CHAMPION TEAMMATE HITS #1 ON AMAZON!: Thanks for all your support, as the launch of our new book has been phenomenal, hitting #1 in numerous categories and being named the top new release in Sports Psychology.  Please click here and grab yourself a copy of The Champion Teammate today.   Please email John@ChangingTheGameProject.com if you want discounted pricing on 10 or more books and if you leave us a review so we can send you the Live Q and A link. Thanks everyone. REGISTER NOW! The 2023 Way of Champions Conference will be held August 4-6, 2023 at Colorado Academy in Denver, CO. PHIL JACKSON, 11X NBA CHAMPION COACH, AND STEVE KERR, 9X NBA CHAMPION COACH AND PLAYER WILL BE JOINING US AS A VIRTUAL GUEST PRESENTERS FOR THE EVENT. CINDY TIMCHAL, 8X NCAA CHAMPION LACROSSE COACH WILL BE JOINING US IN PERSON AS WELL! Click here to learn more and register.  Register soon to get access to the best hotel rooms right across the street from Colorado Academy. Its going to be amazing to be back in person in 2023!  Become a Podcast Champion! This weeks podcast is also sponsored by our Patreon Podcast Champions. Help Support the Podcast and get FREE access to our most popular online courses, a $300 value. If you love the podcast, we would love for you to become a Podcast Champion, (https://www.patreon.com/wayofchampions) for as little as a cup of coffee per month (OK, its a Venti Mocha), to help us up the ante and provide even better interviews, better sound, and an overall enhanced experience. Plus, as a $10 per month Podcast Super-Champion, you will have access to never before released and bonus material, including: Downloadable transcripts of our best podcasts, so you don't have to crash your car trying to take notes! A code to get free access to our online course called “Coaching Mastery,” usually a $97 course, plus four other courses worth over $100, all yours for free for becoming a patron. Other special bonus opportunities that come up time to time Access to an online community of coaches like you who are dedicated listeners of the podcast, and will be able to answer your questions and share their coaching experiences.

Dr. Amy West is a board-certified Sports Medicine Physiatrist at the Northwell Health Orthopedic Institute. Dr. West received her MD and Master of Education degrees from Harvard University. She then went on to complete her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Harvard-Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, followed by a Sports Medicine fellowship at Maine Medical Center. Dr. West is an Assistant Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra University and serves at a Team Physician for Hofstra University. Her clinical focus includes non-operative sports medicine as well as work with special populations including the female athlete, adaptive athletes, and transgender musculoskeletal care. She is a former collegiate athlete, currently plays on multiple sports teams and is a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer. Instagram Twitter Docs In The Box Podcast

In today's podcast, we are joined by Dr. David Kruse, the USA Gymnastics Medical Director & Team Physician, who is dedicated to promoting athlete wellness and health in the sport.David has 15+ years of domestic and international event coverage experience, including the Rio and Tokyo Summer Olympic Games. Today Dr. Kruse will be sharing his expertise on growth, puberty, and maturation, and offering valuable insights on supporting gymnasts through this challenging period.He highlights the physical, mental, and emotional changes that gymnasts experience during puberty. This transformative phase often brings about a new sense of identity and social norms, making it essential for gymnasts to navigate these changes effectively in the context of their sport, school, and personal life.Dr. Kruse emphasizes the importance of providing mental and emotional support to gymnasts during this turbulent time.Puberty-related injuries, such as Osgood-Schlatter disease, hamstring strains, gymnast's wrist, and Sever's disease, are common among gymnasts. Dr. Kruse sheds light on effective approaches to managing and preventing these injuries. He emphasizes the need for individualized care, shared decision-making, and gradual return-to-play programs, ensuring the long-term health and well-being of the gymnasts.We discuss:How maturation affects performance.Athletes' cognitive and emotional development during maturation.How to navigate the effects of maturation, advice for parents and coaches.How to develop a healthy relationship with your athletes.Common injuries to be aware of during maturation.The three-step approach to injury recovery. The importance of sleep.And…Empowerment through knowledgeGet your tickets here! www.shiftmovementscience.com/2023shiftsymposium We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show!Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

Robert Bowers, DO, PhD, joins the show to discuss PRP (platelet-rich plasma), baseball medicine, the role of the team physician, and the future of orthobiologics and sports medicine. Dr. Bowers is an attending physician at Emory Sports Medicine and the director of the ⁠Emory Baseball Medicine Program⁠. As a former Division 1 college athlete himself, he brings a unique understanding of sports-related injuries to his patients. He currently serves as team physician for the Atlanta Braves and the Georgia Tech baseball team. He is also the head team physician for the College Park Skyhawks, the G League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, and Woodward Academy.  He attended Furman University in South Carolina where he played Division 1 college baseball and majored in health and exercise science. He then attended graduate school at Auburn University where he earned a Master of Education in exercise science and a PhD in exercise physiology. Following graduate school, Dr. Bowers earned his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Emory University School of Medicine, where he served as chief resident. Subsequently, he completed a sports medicine fellowship at Emory as well.  In this episode, we discuss: Platelet-rich plasma: Definitions, mechanisms of action, indications, contraindications, optimization and specific protocols. Alternatives to corticosteroids in MSK medicine Role of the Team Physician Baseball Medicine Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Future of orthobiologics and sports medicine Resources mentioned in the show Studies Fitzpatrick - PRP for Tendinopathy Mishra - PRP for Tennis Elbow Mautner - PRP Classification System JAMA Landmark Study - Triamcinolone and knee cartilage loss Bennell - PRP for cartilage Loss Podcasts Dr. Gerry Malanga on Medicine Redefined  

On today's episode, I'm talking to sports medicine physician Dr. Margot Putukian about knowing when to say yes.Margot is currently the Chief Medical Officer for Major League Soccer and has served as a team physician for US Soccer since 1994. She recently retired as the Director of Athletic Medicine at Princeton University and has served as a leader in many sports medicine organizations, including as a past-president of AMSSM. Over the years, she's taken on many additional roles, from covering the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, years working with US Lacrosse, to helping the NFL unify their approach to concussion as a member of the Head, Neck & Spine Committee. With each opportunity she always makes sure that she has the bandwidth to do good work before committing and she shares how this is key to knowing when to say yes.We talk about:The threads of imposter syndrome that drive us to take on more than we might be able to handle.How networking and making new bonds, not just attaching your name to a project, are the real rewards when taking on additional projects.The next generation of women in primary care sports medicine that are inspiring her.To narrow down what really matters to you when deciding whether to say yes to a new opportunity, use my free guide to defining your values, and get ready to start saying YES to the work that lights you up!You can find the show notes and more resources at https://madamathlete.comKeep an eye out for new content or let us know what you'd like to see next by following us on social:Instagram: @theMadamAthleteFacebook: @MadamAthleteTwitter: @MadamAthlete

Dr. Toufic Jildeh, MSU Athletics Team Physician & Assistant Professor of OrthopedicsColleges of Human & Osteopathic Medicine, MSU Health Care Sports Medicine, joins the podcast to discuss his background, the big headwinds he's planning for this year, how the spine and orthopedics field will evolve in the next 2-3 years, and where he sees the best opportunities for growth.

Dr. Toufic Jildeh, MSU Athletics Team Physician & Assistant Professor of OrthopedicsColleges of Human & Osteopathic Medicine, MSU Health Care Sports Medicine, joins the podcast to discuss his background, the big headwinds he's planning for this year, how the spine and orthopedics field will evolve in the next 2-3 years, and where he sees the best opportunities for growth.

Starting the conversation with a potential team physician, managing expectations of the AT and team physician, and building a relationship with your team physician. Timestamps 4:34- Team Physician Duties 6:08- Finding a team physician that fits the team 11:38- Starting the conversation with a potential team physician 14:27- Credentials to keep in mind when looking for a team physician 18:12- Navigating the insurance process 21:01- Creating a Memorandum of Understanding 22:07- Key elements in a Memorandum of Understanding 24:11- Expectations of the AT in the AT-team physician relationship 27:53- Expectations of the AT from the office staff 32:43- The switching provider conversation 34:28- Considerations when trying to get a team physician for on campus visits Action Item: What advice would you give an AT that is looking to create (or maintain) a strong relationship with their physician -- AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcast Instagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/links EMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.com SAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $150 off your subscription SAVE on Precision AT: Use code ATCORNER for 15% off all home study courses Season 1 CEU Multi-pack: Get all of your season 1 CEUs in one pack! Music: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA -- -Sandy & Randy

Today we're discussing arm and shoulder pathologies with Dr. Michael Freehill, Assistant Team Orthopedic Surgeon with the Oakland A's and also currently with Stanford University Dept of Orthopedic Surgery. Topics Include:The current arm epidemicTaking time off from throwingTJ Rehab ProceduresDr. Freehill is a board-certified, double fellowship-trained specialist in orthopedic surgery with a sub-specialty certification in sports medicine. His concentration is in shoulder and elbow. Dr. Freehill is a team physician for the Stanford University athletics program and head physician for the Stanford University baseball team. Dr. Freehill also teaches in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine.Board Certification: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine (2017)Residency: Johns Hopkins University Hospital Dept of Orthopedic Surgery (2010)Medical Education: Tulane University School of Medicine (2005)Dr. Freehill can be reached on his email at freehill@standford.edu. Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/RPP_Baseball/ Call us at 201-308-3363 Email us at rpp@RocklandPeakPerformance.com Website ...

We are all praying for Buffalo Bills' safety, Damar Hamlin, after he was hit, causing a cardiac event, sending him to the ICU. This is a nightmare for any athlete, and disheartening for family, friends and fans.As nurses, medical students, even parents, when viewing these types of tragic events, it is natural to think about what you would do in an emergency situation like this. Especially a parent attending a child's sporting event, having the knowledge and ability to help out in an emergency can start to feel more important than ever.On today's episode, rapid response nurse and our host, Sarah Lorenzini, has invited guest Dr. Jeremy Alland, the official physician for the Chicago Bulls basketball team, to help us unravel what happened to Damar Hamlin on the football field, and how we can better prepare ourselves for cardiac events as medical professionals in non-medical settings.We go over sports medicine doctor's roles, common cardiac events that occur in sporting events, how to treat them, and how to stay vigilant (not paranoid) in situations where there is a possibility of a cardiac event.This episode isn't only for medical professionals or students, this is also for anyone who wants to be prepared and helpful in emergency situations.Tune in today to hear practical information and advice that could potentially help save someone's life. Topics discussed in this episode:Dr. Alland's role as the Chicago Bulls team physicianWhat happened to Damar Hamlin?What is commotio cordis?Explanation of the how sports related cardiac events occur for non-nursesA possibility of what happened to Damar HamlinWhat happens when a player collapses on the field? What is an emergency action plan in sports medicine?Why AEDs are important in an emergencyHow was Damar Hamlin able to stand up and collapse again after he was hit?Advice for lay people and medical professionals witnessing a sports emergencyA free app to download to locate AEDs in your area: Pulse Point AEDhttps://apps.apple.com/app/id867150971Who is the best person to do CPR in an emergency?To connect with Dr. Jeremy Alland, head to his instagram page @JeremyAllandMD or check out his podcast by visiting www.yourdoctorfriendspodcast.com!

Dr. George Paletta is a nationally recognized leader and innovator in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Paletta is the orthopedic surgeon of choice for many of St. Louis' top professional and amateur athletes. He shapes the future of sports medicine by pioneering new surgical techniques such as primary repair of the ulnar collateral ligament as an alternative to Tommy John surgery and ACL reconstruction in the pediatric athlete. He also lectures nationally and internationally on various sports medicine topics. Dr. Paletta is known for his ability to make a differential diagnosis and give reasonable timelines for return to play in athletes. Enjoy! Show Notes Dr. George Paletta --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gestalt-education/support

Considered one of the nation's top orthopedic surgeons, especially when it comes to knees. We had a brief sit down with Dr. Bert Mandelbaum as we talked ACLs, Prevention/Surgeries, Sharks, and the aging process.Dr. Mandelbaum was between trips to Qatar; where he is the Team Physician for the USA Men's World Cup Soccer team. He was in between surgeries/ post OP but found the time to chat with us and what a chat it was.We look forward to Part 2 at the beginning of the year. Until then, sit back and enjoy the amazing Dr. Bert Mandelbaum.

Being an entrepreneur and a physician is no easy task, but Dr. Benedict Nwachukwu is proving that success in both business and medicine is possible. Dr. Nwachukwu is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS). He has spent much of his career caring for athletes and professional sports teams, including the Brooklyn Nets, NY Liberty, Chicago Bulls and the White Sox. He is also the co-founder of the digital health platform, Best In Class MD (BICMD), and the Team Physician of the Brooklyn Nets & NY Liberty. Tune in to hear how  Dr. Nwachukwu balances his busy medical & entrepreneurial career. JUMP STRAIGHT INTO: (01:49) - Ben's early inspiration - “When I had the opportunity at 16, I volunteered in a hospital in my mom's hospital, actually, where I assisted in certain patient care duties and started immersing myself in healthcare and really got the bug there.” (05:28) - Making the decision to get his MBA - “I knew that that actually was something that made it the right decision because ultimately change is hard and to do the right thing you often will meet resistance. And so that gave me the courage to do it.” (09:06) - What it takes to be an innovator - “I would say that if I could go back to a younger me, and if I could give advice, I would say take better advantage of cultivating the relationships and the networks at business." (18:31) - Betting on yourself: The challenges and failures Ben had to face to get where he is - “You know, up until this point, and even this very day, you have sort of your micro failures and macro failures that you have to push through. ” (23:04) - Best In Class MD: Ben's new platform and how it came to be - “I had been thinking of this idea in residency, around the idea of how do you improve connectivity in orthopedic surgery, ” (32:59) - Walking both worlds: Finding the balance between being an entrepreneur and physician - “We do track to make sure that, you know, I'm still a good doctor while I'm still a good entrepreneur, so you have to balance and you have to hold yourself accountable to be a good doctor.” (32:29) - The next steps (+Pizza talk!) - “I think that at this point we are a great solution for, you know, expert medical opinions, medical record reviews. Our goal is to evolve, to be a care manager, care management company.” EPISODE RESOURCES:  Connect with Ben on https://www.linkedin.com/in/benedict-nwachukwu-md-mba-5aa785102/ (LinkedIn) Learn more about https://bicmd.com/ (Best in Class MD) Thank you for listening! Don't forget to subscribe, rate and share the show wherever you listen to podcasts!  The Slice is produced by Sterling Shore and Rachael Roberts at https://www.studiopodsf.com/ (StudioPod Media), and Shauna Davis at https://www.ossovr.com/ (Osso VR). Engineered by https://nodalab.com/ (nodalab).

Being an entrepreneur and a physician is no easy task, but Dr. Benedict Nwachukwu is proving that success in both business and medicine is possible. Dr. Nwachukwu is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS). He has spent much of his career caring for athletes and professional sports teams, including the Brooklyn Nets, NY Liberty, Chicago Bulls and the White Sox. He is also the co-founder of the digital health platform, Best In Class MD (BICMD), and the Team Physician of the Brooklyn Nets & NY Liberty. Tune in to hear how  Dr. Nwachukwu balances his busy medical & entrepreneurial career,  JUMP STRAIGHT INTO: (01:56) - Ben's early inspiration - “When I had the opportunity at 16, I volunteered in a hospital in my mom's hospital, actually, where I assisted in certain patient care duties and started immersing myself in healthcare and really got the bug there.” (05:44) - Making the decision to get his MBA - “I knew that that actually was something that made it the right decision because ultimately change is hard and to do the right thing you often will meet resistance. And so that gave me the courage to do it.” (09:20) - What it takes to be an innovator - “I would say that if I could go back to a younger me, and if I could give advice, I would say take better advantage of cultivating the relationships and the networks at business." (18:45) - Betting on yourself: The challenges and failures Ben had to face to get where he is - “You know, up until this point, and even this very day, you have sort of your micro failures and macro failures that you have to push through. ” (23:18) - Best In Class MD: Ben's new platform and how it came to be - “I had been thinking of this idea in residency, around the idea of how do you improve connectivity in orthopedic surgery, ” (33:12) - Walking both worlds: Finding the balance between being an entrepreneur and physician - “We do track to make sure that, you know, I'm still a good doctor while I'm still a good entrepreneur, so you have to balance and you have to hold yourself accountable to be a good doctor.” (32:43) - The next steps (+Pizza talk!) - “I think that at this point we are a great solution for, you know, expert medical opinions, medical record reviews. Our goal is to evolve, to be a care manager, care management company.” EPISODE RESOURCES:  Connect with Ben on https://www.linkedin.com/in/benedict-nwachukwu-md-mba-5aa785102/ (LinkedIn) Learn more about https://bicmd.com/ (Best in Class MD) Thank you for listening! Don't forget to subscribe, rate and share the show wherever you listen to podcasts!  The Slice is produced by Sterling Shore and Rachael Roberts at https://www.studiopodsf.com/ (StudioPod Media), and Shauna Davis at https://www.ossovr.com/ (Osso VR). Engineered by https://nodalab.com/ (nodalab). 

Dr. Dan O'Neill is the author of “Survival Of The Fit”. He is an orthopedic surgeon, sports psychologist and the former Team Physician for the U.S. Alpine Ski Team. He is passionate about helping children live healthy and happy lives. In this interview we hear about the obesity issues in children today, and how parents can assist in setting their kids up on a good trajectory for a lifetime of healthy living starting now! Purchase Dr. O'Neill's book through his website: https://survivalofthefit.net

This episode is brought to you by Thompson Surgical. This episode is also brought to you by TrackableMed, grow your new patients. Dr. Christopher Dougherty, orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, joins for this episode. He's been in practice for 20 years and is at the Agility Center Orthopedics in Bentonville, AK. Dr. Dougherty has pioneered surgical procedures that have been adopted world-wide, as well as developed the most advanced rehab protocols in the state. His numerous patents and published articles aid surgeons around the world to perform advanced surgeries for their own patients. Topics include: -He was born and bred in Missouri. He discusses his experience as the Team Physician for the Kansas City Royals and Northwest Arkansas Naturals. -He's at the forefront of innovation in sports medicine and an early adopter in sports medicine technology with Miach Orthopaedics BEAR® implant and Biorez's BioBrace™ "Tendon in a Bag" implant. Dr. Dougherty discusses scenarios, challenges and outcomes with utilizing these new innovations. -Dr. Dougherty is a lead physician at OrthoLazer's location in Bentonville. We hear about what piqued his interest in opening this facility. Find out more about Dr. Christopher Dougherty here.

Riz Hatton talks about what's new in the Spine and Orthopedic industry.

Heat illness is a spectrum of disorders due to environmental exposure to heat. It includes minor conditions such as heat cramps, heat syncope (or fainting from the heat), heat exhaustion, as well as the more severe condition known as heat stroke.Heat stroke can be deadly for athletes of all ages and levels. Even the fittest and healthiest people need to watch out for signs of heat illness. Sun exposure also contributes to heat illness. More than just heat and humidity, the radiant effect of sun and heat absorbed into surfaces like blacktop and artificial turf can contribute to heat illness.Dr. Korin Hudson joins us today with some tips on how to stay safe out in the summer heat. She is an associate professor at Georgetown University and a physician practicing sports medicine and emergency medicine with MedStar Health. She is currently a Team Physician for Georgetown University, Assistant Team Physician for the Washington Wizards and the Washington Mystics, and a consulting physician for the Washington Capitals.

Heat illness is a spectrum of disorders due to environmental exposure to heat.Heat illness is a spectrum of disorders due to environmental exposure to heat. It includes minor conditions such as heat cramps, heat syncope (or fainting from the heat), heat exhaustion, as well as the more severe condition known as heat stroke.Heat stroke can be deadly for athletes of all ages and levels. Even the fittest and healthiest people need to watch out for signs of heat illness. Sun exposure also contributes to heat illness. More than just heat and humidity, the radiant effect of sun and heat absorbed into surfaces like blacktop and artificial turf can contribute to heat illness.Dr. Korin Hudson joins us today with some tips on how to stay safe out in the summer heat. She is an associate professor at Georgetown University and a physician practicing sports medicine and emergency medicine with MedStar Health. She is currently a Team Physician for Georgetown University, Assistant Team Physician for the Washington Wizards and the Washington Mystics, and a consulting physician for the Washington Capitals.

On today's episode, I'm talking to sports medicine physician Dr. Phatho Zondi about carving your own path.Phatho knew from a young age that her mission was to serve athletes and she's carved out a path unlike any other. She's worked with athletes at every level of competition and found ways to use sport as a tool for social change. She recently served as the CEO of the Sports Science Institute of South Africa and, with a keen sense of who she is and her own strengths, now takes on projects as an independent consultant to promote transformation in sport science.We talk about:The barriers she faced as a young Black woman physician in South Africa that helped her realize that she could only show up as herself. Phatho knew her mission was to serve athletes and their health and she's done so at every scale, from the one-on-one level to the institutional level.  She advises everyone to know the difference between aligning to the expectations of others and being the author of your own story. Check out the show notes at https://madamathlete.comKeep an eye out for new content or let us know what you'd like to see next by following us on social:Instagram:  @theMadamAthleteFacebook:  @MadamAthleteTwitter:  @MadamAthleteThe doors are open to the spring session of the Women's Career Transformation Academy!!Click here to learn more and register before doors close on May 5th at 9pm ET.See you there!

This episode is brought to you by ModMed. To learn more and see a demo of the #1 EHR system, EMA®, as well as Practice Management, Revenue Cycle Management, Analytics, Patient Engagement tools and more, visit modmed.com/orthopod. ModMed — it's about time. We're turning the tables and bringing you an interview with Dr. Scott Sigman. Dr. Michael Redler is our guest host for this switch-up and was a founding partner of The Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center, which merged with Connecticut Orthopaedics in 2018. He specializes in sports medicine as well as hand and upper extremity surgery. Dr. Scott A. Sigman is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon providing comprehensive care to patients at Orthopedic Surgical Associates of Lowell since 1996.  Specializing in Sports Medicine, Dr. Sigman possesses the skills and experience to diagnose and treat sports injuries and conditions affecting the knee and shoulder. In addition to his practice duties, he has served as the Team Physician for the US Ski Jump Team, and serves for the last 20 years as the Team Physician at UMASS Lowell, and is the past Chief of Orthopaedics at Lowell General Hospital. Find out more about Dr. Scott Sigman: -He graduated cum laude with his Bachelor's degree in Biology from Tufts University, where he played varsity lacrosse and was President of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity.  He then received his medical degree as a cum laude graduate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine and member of the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. -Dedicated to furthering his training, he also completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine at the prestigious Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, during which he was responsible for the orthopaedic care of the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Dodgers, LA Angels, LA Kings, Anaheim Mighty Ducks, LA Galaxy and USC football. -Dr. Sigman was elected as a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, Faculty of Sports & Sports Medicine. This certificate is a culmination of his ongoing efforts to change the paradigm of postoperative pain management. -How does he get it all done? He says it's all about being efficient and setting reasonable goals. Find out in the episode what he does for 20 minutes every day to recharge. -Why did he become an orthopedic surgeon? He injured his knee in 10th grade and looked up to local surgeon mentors in his area. There was no looking back after this injury and the rest is history in orthopedics. -We discuss how private equity is the hot topic in orthopedics. -We talk about he's orthopreneurship with Ortholazer. It was born out of his desire for opioid-sparing alternatives and was an uphill battle to get the franchise to where it is today. We also discuss how laser therapy is now part of the recommendations in the AAOS Guidelines for Osteoarthritis of the Knee released in 2021. Lasers are listed in the AAOS guidelines as FDA-approved laser treatment may be used to improve pain and function in patients with knee osteoarthritis. The full AAOS Guidelines for Osteoarthritis of the Knee can be found here. Find out more about Dr. Scott Sigman here.

ProFootballDoc David Chao takes some time to chat with Dr. John Hefferon, the former head team physician for the Chicago Bulls and featured on "The Last Dance" documentary. The NBA Playoffs are hear and with that come a slew of injuries that are affecting the landscape of the NBA!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices