Behind the Sports Medicine

In this episode, Andrew Rizza interviews  Benjamin Beck  ( @benjaminwbeck ), the managing partner and CIO of  Beck Bode Wealth Management  ( @beckbode ). They discuss personal finance and how to secure one’s finances for the future. Ben shares his background in sports and how he transitioned into the financial profession. They talk about the importance of telling the truth to c...

Dr. Michael Beasley , a primary care sports medicine physician, discusses his experience in the field and the different paths to becoming a sports medicine doctor. He emphasizes the importance of having a multidisciplinary team in sports medicine and the need for collaboration between primary care sports medicine and orthopedic surgery. Dr. Beasley also shares his passion for baseball medicine and...

“CrossFit Games Orthopedic Surgeon” Episode 16 of  @behind_sports_med_podcast  with  @321gomd  Dr. Sean Rockett, a senior partner at Orthopedics New England and head orthopedic surgeon for the  @crossfitgames  CrossFit Games, shares his journey to becoming an orthopedic surgeon and his passion for sports medicine. He discusses the common injuries seen in CrossFit and...

“From Track Star to Sports Medicine Entrepreneur” Tune into Episode 15 of The Behind the Sports Medicine Podcast with Founder of Collins Sports Medicine  @collins_sports_medicine  Walter L Collins  @wallycol . Wally shares his journey in the medical sales industry and how the business evolved from a small family operation to a leader in sports medicine supply and durable goods sales...

Dr. Chuck Thigpen, Senior Vice President of Clinical Excellence for ATI Physical Therapy, discusses evidence-based practice and the future of physical therapy. He highlights the importance of collecting outcomes data and using it to improve clinical care. He also discusses the shift from fee-for-service to value-based care and the role of technology in delivering care. Dr. Thigpen envisions physic...

Chris Troyanos, the Medical Coordinator for the Boston Marathon, discusses his journey as an athletic trainer and the challenges faced in the profession. He also delves into the intricate planning and medical coordination required for the marathon, as well as the standard of care for treating heat illness. The conversation highlights the evolving role of athletic trainers and the impact of climate...

Dr. Chad Starkey, professor and chair of the Department of Athletic Training at Ohio University, discusses his career in athletic training and the profession as a whole. He shares how he got into athletic training and his transition from clinical work to academia. The conversation also covers the evolution of the athletic training profession, including the shift from bachelor’s to master’s degrees...

Maura McCarthy , a retired athlete trainer and state police sergeant, shares her journey and the importance of mental health and well-being for young athletes. She discusses her transition from athletic training to becoming a state police officer and the challenges she faced. McCarthy also talks about her program, Athletes Better Together , which helps high school athletes transition into college...

Dr. Zachary Fang  from The Vascular Care Group discusses the procedure called GAE (Genicular Artery Embolization) for knee osteoarthritis. GAE is a minimally invasive procedure that targets the small blood vessels in the knee joint to block inflammation and reduce pain. It is an alternative for patients who want to delay or avoid knee replacement surgery. The procedure can also be done for pa...

Hey everybody, welcome back to episode nine, part two of Behind the Sports Medicine podcast. In this episode, Anthony and I talk about the challenges of managing sleep patterns in athletes, especially when they’re traveling across different time zones. We then go on to talk about how we can use tracking systems like WHOOP and Oura Ring to help monitor those sleep patterns and other metrics for per...

In this episode of Behind the Sports Medicine podcast, host Andrew Rizza interviews Anthony Cerundolo, Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Boston Red Sox. They discuss the role of athletic trainers in professional baseball and the importance of building relationships with athletes. They also touch on the use of sports science and analytics in player rehabilitation and performance optimization. The...

Closing out our conversation,  Dr. Lee Rielly  and I cover various topics related to the field of sports medicine and physical therapy. We discuss the importance of proving one’s worth and gaining experience in order to advance in the field. Lee and I also touch on the challenges of reimbursement and the need for a value-based payment structure. The importance of mentorship and providing...

In this episode of Behind the Sports Medicine Podcast, host Andrew Rizza interviews  Dr. Lee Rielly , a licensed physical therapist and clinical director at  Willis Knighton Health  in Louisiana. They discuss topics such as career development, mentorship, reimbursement in healthcare, and the importance of providing quality care. They also touch on the challenges of reimbursement in...

The conversation revolves around the topic of education and communication in the field of sports medicine.  Sharon Vitti  and I discuss the importance of educating younger therapists and building their confidence and communication skills. We then discuss and emphasize the need for therapists to believe in the care they provide and effectively communicate its importance to patients. Our c...

In this episode of Behind the Sports Medicine Podcast, host Andrew Rizza interviews  Sharon Vitti , CEO of  ATI Physical Therapy . They discuss ATI as a company, Sharon’s journey to becoming CEO, and the landscape of the physical therapy healthcare system. They also touch on the importance of education and communication in sports medicine and physical therapy, the challenges of payor mix...

Dr. David Ruchelsman, a hand and upper limb surgeon, discusses his journey into medicine and the specialized care his practice provides. He emphasizes the importance of exposing oneself to different fields within medicine to figure out what one wants to do. Dr. Ruchelsman highlights the team approach in sports medicine, where athletic trainers, physical therapists, and surgeons work together to pr...

The conversation between Andrew Rizza and  Dr. Thomas Gill IV  focused on the importance of mental aspects in sports medicine and the role of mentorship in shaping a successful career. They discussed the need to fix the mental aspect of athletes and ensure their head is back in the game. They emphasized the importance of clear expectations and communication with young athletes to shape t...

Dr. Thomas Gill IV , an orthopedic surgeon, discusses his experience in the field of medicine and his specialization in orthopedics. He emphasizes the importance of staying true to the initial motivation for entering the medical field and finding enjoyment in the career. The conversation also touches on the evolving healthcare landscape and the challenges of rising costs and insurance coverage. Dr...

In this episode of Behind the Sports Medicine Podcast, host Andrew Rizza interviews Vin Ferrara, CEO of Home Impact Partners. They discuss the challenges in the healthcare system and the need for healthcare to reach people in their homes. They highlight the importance of addressing both the economic impact and the availability of resources in healthcare. Vin explains his goal of working with devel...

Vin Ferrara discusses his new venture, Home Impact Partners, which focuses on building healthy homes and communities. He emphasizes the importance of the home environment in maximizing health and well-being. The conversation explores the connection between the home environment and recovery from injuries, as well as the impact of the home environment on mental health. The role of athletics in promo...

In this episode of Behind the Sports Medicine podcast, Andrew Rizza interviews  Cristina Haverty , Assistant Vice President of Workforce Development and Global Engagement at  Lasell University . They discuss Cristina’s journey from being an athletic trainer to her current role, as well as the transformation of the athletic training program at Lasell University. Cristina shares her experi...

In this conversation, Dr. Cameron Roth discusses his journey into sports medicine and the importance of teamwork and leadership in the medical field. He also talks about the utilization of athletic trainers in his practice and the challenges of providing direct access to care. The conversation touches on the future of healthcare and the affordability of medical services. Dr. Roth shares his passio...

In this episode, host Andrew Rizza interviews Carl Gustafson , a therapist and CEO of Therex PT . They discuss Carl's journey in becoming a therapist, starting his own practice, and the challenges he faced along the way. They emphasize the importance of building relationships with physicians and marketing oneself as a therapist. Carl also shares insights on progressing patients and the need for co...