Dr. Nirav Pandya, Dr. Brian Feeley, Dr. Drew Lansdown

6-8 Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine

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6-8 Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine presents the people and stories behind sports medicine in our community. Hosted by Dr. Nirav Pandya, MD, Dr. Brian Feeley, MD, and Dr. Drew Lansdown, MD. Please note the podcast represent the opinions of the hosts and should not be substituted for medical advice. Please contact a medical professional if you are having a health issue.

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Dr. Nirav Pandya, Dr. Brian Feeley, Dr. Drew Lansdown

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Health

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Latest episode

Jun 25, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 43: What's Up With Physical Therapy? A Chat With the UCSF Bowtie PT, Dr. Danny Keller 22.04.2021

Learn about physical therapy with our UCSF expert, Dr. Danny Keller. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 42: Tommy John Injuries: Who, What, Why, and How 15.04.2021

With baseball back in full swing learn the basics about Tommy John (aka ulnar collateral ligament) injuries of the elbow Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 41: Reporting on Sports Injuries in the National Media - Learning from ESPN's Stephania Bell 08.04.2021

Learn about the the journey of Stephania Bell, ESPN Senior Writer and Injury Analyst, as she talks about her path to injury reporting and the nuts and bolts of her job. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 40: Exercise 101 - 30 Minutes of High-Yield Exercise Insight with Dr. Sachin Allahabadi 05.04.2021

Learn about cutting edge exercise research and how to stay in shape with UCSF Orthopedic Resident, Dr. Sachin Allahabadi Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 39: NBA Injuries - The Basics of the Injuries to LeBron James, Stephen Curry, LaMelo Ball, and Kevin Durant 25.03.2021

Learn the basics basics for the treatment of high ankle sprains, tailbone contusions, hamstring injuries, and fractures in athletes; and when we can expect return to play. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 38: A Conversation with Sports Radio / TV Host Kate Scott from 95.7 "The Game" 18.03.2021

Listen for a great conversation with radio / TV pioneer Kate Scott about the challenges of being female in sports media, her mentors, and using her platform to discuss mental health and social change. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 37: Sleep, Performance, and the NBA: A Discussion with Dr. Cheri Mah and ESPN Senior Writer Baxter Holmes 05.03.2021

Increasing attention has been paid towards the impact of sleep on performance; particularly in the NBA. Hear from sleep expert, Dr. Cheri Mah, and ESPN Senior Writer, Baxter Holmes, about sleep and impact on the NBA. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 36: Disparities in Sports Medicine - Bridging the Gap with Dr. Nirav Pandya 10.02.2021

Learn about how health care disparities exist in sports medicine at every level from the individual patient, health care system, and youth sports perspective.  Individual insight will help to create change. Please subscribe to our podcast at   Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 35: Golf Swings, Tiger Woods' Back, and Spine Injuries in NFL Players - Insight From World Renowned Spine Surgeon Dr. Wellington Hsu 03.02.2021

Hear from renowned spine surgeon at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Dr. Wellington Hsu, about back injuries in golfers, the remarkable recovery of Tiger Woods from multiple surgeries, and spine injuries in NFL players. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 34: The UCSF Sports Medicine Fellowship - Catching Up With Dr. Caitlin Chambers and Dr. Emily Monroe 02.02.2021

Learn about the UCSF Sports Medicine Fellowship With 2 Of Our Former Graduates: Dr Caitlin Chambers and Dr. Emily Monroe as we discuss fellowship training at UCSF, transition to their career, and the challenges of being female in orthopedic surgery. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 33: "NCAA Sports During COVID, Youth Sports Disparities, and Bringing Back Basketball to Seattle" - An Insightful Conversation with NY Times Columnist Kurt Streeter 23.01.2021

Join us for a conversation with world renowned NY Times columnist Kurt Streeter as we talk about the NCAA's decision to play during the pandemic, youth sports disparities, and bringing back basketball to Seattle.   Please subscribe to our podcast at   Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 32: "Meniscus Injuries 101" - Understanding Diagnosis and Treatment 10.01.2021

Meniscus injuries are common in patients of all ages; from the youngest athlete to weekend warriors. Learn more about these injuries and how they are treated. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 31: "Youth Baseball, Injuries, and Making It To The Next Level" - Catching Up With MLB All-Star And World Series Champion Kevin Youkilis 08.01.2021

Join us as we talk with world series champion and former MLB All-Star Kevin Youkilis about youth baseball, injuries, making it to the next level, and what he has been up to since his playing days. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 30: "The UCSF Orthopedic Residency - Real Talk with PGY5 Resident Dr. Musa Zaid" 01.01.2021

Hear about the UCSF Orthopedic Surgery Residency from chief resident Dr. Musa Zaid as he shares his experiences about training at our institution. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 29: "COVID: What We Know and Where We Are Going" - Just the Facts with Dr. Shikha Jain of the University of Illinois Cancer Center in Chicago 30.12.2020

The latest information about COVID seems to change everyday.   Sometimes we need to take a step back and assess where we have been, where we are now, and where we are going.   Hear from Dr. Shikha Jain, oncologist, about the pandemic and how we can stay safe. Please subscribe to our podcast at   Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 28: "Military Medicine, Return to Combat, and Alex Smith" - A Conversation with Dr Matt Schmitz, Chair of Orthopedics at San Antonio Military Medical Center 20.12.2020

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Matt Schmitz, Chair of Orthopedics at San Antonio Military Medical Center, as he talks about training as a surgeon in the military, how he returns our nation's military back to combat, and his experience working with QB Alex Smith. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 27: "COVID19, Professional Sports, Schools, Vaccines, and Returning to Normal" - All Things COVID with Dr. George Rutherford 13.12.2020

We are honored to have our very own UCSF internationally renowned faculty, Dr. George Rutherford (UCSF infectious disease epidemiologist and pediatrician ), talk about COVID19 and its interplay with professional sports, vaccines, and returning to normal. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 26: "The Edge, Astroball, and Analytics" - Insights from Ben Reiter 10.12.2020

Join us for an insightful conversation with Ben Reiter, host of the podcast THE EDGE and the author of ASTROBALL: The New Way to Win It All, a New York Times bestseller. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 25: "Joint Replacement, Technology, and Leadership" - Insights From Dr. Tad Vail, Chair of UCSF Orthopedic Surgery 02.12.2020

Hear insights from Dr. Tad Vail, world renowned orthopedic surgeon and chair of orthopedic surgery at UCSF, about joint replacement, technology, and leadership. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 24: "Gender, COVID, and Sports" - with Sarah Spain, espnW Writer, ESPN Radio Host & TV Personality 25.11.2020

Hear from Sarah Spain, ESPN Radio and TV Host, about her experience as a female in a male dominated sports media environment, reporting during COVID 19, and her favorite Chicago sports memory. Please subscribe to our podcast at   Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 23: "Cutting Edge Cartilage Care" with Dr. Brian Cole, Team Physician of the Chicago Bulls and White Sox 17.11.2020

Learn about current concepts surrounding cartilage injuries with pioneer in the field Dr. Brian Cole, team physician for the Chicago Bulls and Chicago White Sox. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 22: "The Life Of A Stunt Artist" - Words Of Wisdom From Hollywood Stunt Artist Bobby Holland Hanton 12.11.2020

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a stunt artist? Curious about the physical training and injuries? Hear from Bobby Hanton, the stunt double for actors such as Chris Hemsworth and Ryan Reynolds. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 21 - "The Youth Sports Crisis: Injuries, Disparities, and COVID" - A Discussion With Jon Solomon From The Aspen Institute 11.11.2020

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Episode 20: "Analytics, Injuries, and Las Vegas" - Chatting With ESPN's Joe Fortenbaugh 28.10.2020

Join us for an stimulating conversation with ESPN's Joe Fortenbaugh as we talk analytics, Michael Jordan's burnout, and the most gruesome sports injuries we have witnessed. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

Episode 19: Orthopedics and Biologics 101 from Yoda (aka Dr Brian Feeley) 25.10.2020

Learn about biologic treatments such as platelet rich plasma from chief of sports medicine at UCSF, Dr Brian Feeley. Please subscribe to our podcast at  Apple Podcasts Check out our website on Simplecast

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