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Behind the Sports Medicine

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Interviewing experts in the healthcare, physical therapy, athletic training and sports science profession. Discussing the barriers we face today within the healthcare system to better understand the landscape and educate the consumer.

health & fitness medicine

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Episode 66: Dr. Adam J. White - Death by a Thousand...

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2026/04/20

Death by a Thousand Headers: The Subconcussive Reality of UK FootballConcussion protocols in sport have improved dramatically over the past two decades, but what if the biggest threat to athletes’ long-term brain health isn’t concussion at all?In this episode, Dr. Adam J. White, Head of Brain Health at the Professional Footballers’ Association and co-founder of the Concussion Legacy Foundation UK, joins hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth to explore the evolving science of brain health in UK

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40:56

Episode 65: Dr. Sarav Shah - The Future of Shoulder...

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2026/04/08

As surgical techniques for the shoulder evolve and the number of arthroplasty procedures in younger patients continues to skyrocket, how can clinicians balance aggressive innovation with predictable patient outcomes?In this episode, Dr. Sarav Shah—Chief of the Division of Sports Medicine at New England Baptist Hospital—joins hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth to discuss the complex world of shoulder surgery.The conversation examines the startling 300% increase in shoulder replacements for

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41:29

Episode 64: Ted Johnson - Inside the NFL Concussion...

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2026/03/25

What happens when the culture of toughness in professional football collides with the long-term reality of brain injury, and the science to understand it barely exists yet?In this episode, former NFL linebacker Ted Johnson joins hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth to discuss his 10-year career, the early days of concussion awareness in football, and his mission to transform how the world understands head trauma. Johnson recounts his own history with concussions that altered his cognitive health

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39:21

Episode 63: Garrett Scott Bullock - What One Pro...

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2026/03/18

Despite pitch counts, improved training methods, and greater awareness of injury prevention, elbow and shoulder injuries in baseball pitchers continue to rise, particularly among youth athletes. So what are we still missing?In this episode, Dr. Garrett Scott Bullock — physical therapist, quantitative epidemiologist, and former professional baseball player in the Houston Astros — joins host Andrew Rizza to explore the science behind throwing injuries. Drawing from his research at the Wake Forest

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51:48

Episode 62: Shaun Owen - When Metrics Help and When...

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2026/03/11

When Metrics Help and When They Hurt: Why Sports Science Data Alone is Not EnoughHow can teams move beyond simply collecting data to making smarter, more athlete-centered decisions that truly impact performance and reduce injuries, even on a budget?In this episode, Shaun Owen, Sports Science Coordinator for the Boston Red Sox, joins host Andrew Rizza to pull back the curtain on how elite organizations bridge the gap between data, research, and on-field performance. Based on his experience in rugby

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Episode 61: Brad Pearson - The Red Sox Way: Inside a...

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2026/03/04

How do you keep a Major League roster healthy through the 162-game marathon of a professional baseball season? And what does it really take to build and lead a championship-level sports medicine operation?In this episode, hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth are joined by Brad Pearson, Senior Vice President of Sports Medicine for the Boston Red Sox. With over two decades of experience in the organization, Pearson shares his journey from a determined intern at Springfield College to leading a

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59:23

Episode 60: John Lopez - Why the Athletic Training...

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2026/02/25

In the Athletic Training profession, salaries are stagnant, youth sports are being neglected, and practitioners are forced to get advanced certifications to make an adequate income. How did the profession get here, and what can we do to ensure its future viability?In this episode, John Lopez joins host Andrew Rizza for an extensive look at the past, present, and future of athletic training. With Lopez’s career beginning in 1970, it spans collegiate athletics, the NFL, education, and industry

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Episode 59: Ross Dexter - Why Are Athletic Trainers...

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2026/02/18

In a world where professional and collegiate sports are billion-dollar industries, why do the athletic trainers who keep these athletes on the field continue to earn salaries that don’t reflect their value?In this episode, Andrew Rizza is joined by Dr. Ross Dexter, the Assistant Athletic Director for Health and Performance at Southern Oregon University. Dr. Dexter shares his own career journey and how he successfully secured meaningful raises for himself and his staff by understanding the system

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Episode 57: Dr. Thomas Gill - Treat the Human, Not...

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2026/02/05

What happens when medical decision-making collides with pressure from star athletes, agents, and public scrutiny? For one of the most respected team physicians in professional sports, the answer is simple: treat the human, not the hype.In this live episode, hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth are joined at the Harvard Varsity Club by renowned orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine leader Dr. Thomas Gill, former Head Team Physician for the New England Patriots and the Boston Red Sox. He shares

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29:11

Episode 56: Dr. Frances Meredith - Healing the Whole...

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2026/01/28

Dr. Frances Meredith on the Biopsychosocial Approach to Sports MedicineMany patients and athletes with concussion-related or chronic symptoms (brain fog, fatigue, mood changes, autoimmune issues) continue to experience lingering challenges despite receiving standard medical care. Today’s guest believes this is often because the biological, psychological, and social drivers of health are not always addressed together within a single care framework.In this episode, hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron

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Episode 55: Chris Ingersoll - UNC Chapel Hill’s Dr....

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2026/01/21

What does it take to lead a department responsible for 12 different clinical programs and numerous future healthcare providers? In an increasingly complex academic and clinical domain, today’s guest believes that the answer often boils down to two fundamental human elements: trust and respect.In this episode, hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth are joined by Dr. Chris Ingersoll, Senior Associate Dean in the UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine and Chair of the Department of Health Sciences, live

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Episode 54: Sam Hughes - The Evolution of Athletic...

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2026/01/14

How do you modernize athletic training education to meet the demands of the role in the current landscape? The past few years have seen a shift from rigid, hour-based clinical models to immersive, real-world learning experiences designed to create better clinicians.In this episode, hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth sit down with Sam Hughes, Director of Clinical Education and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Idaho, to explore how modern clinical education is evolving and what

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53:14

Episode 53: Tom Denninger - Clinical Excellence:...

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2026/01/07

In an era where healthcare is rapidly evolving, the path from being a new graduate to a seasoned expert requires a commitment to lifelong learning and a strategic approach to professional growth.In this episode, host Andrew Rizza sits down with Tom Denninger, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, the Vice President of Clinical Development at ATI Physical Therapy, and Executive Director of the Institute for Musculoskeletal Advancement (iMSKA). Denninger has spent much of his career focused on how to support clinicians

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Episode 52: Isaiah Kacyvenski - “Let No One Outwork...

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2025/12/31

From experiencing homelessness and living in a tent as a child to becoming a three-time NFL captain and a Harvard-educated venture capitalist, Isaiah Kacyvenski’s journey is a masterclass in the power of resilience and a relentless work ethic.In this episode, hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth sit down with Kacyvenski for a conversation that explores the human side of elite performance. Kacyvenski opens up about the raw reality of his upbringing in upstate New York, the “epiphany" he had at age

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Episode 51: Jamie Musler - Legislation vs Patient...

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2025/12/24

Despite the expanding role and value of athletic trainers in healthcare, outdated laws, slow-moving legislative processes, and inconsistent regulation are limiting their scope of practice. Jamie Musler, LPD, ATC, is a governor-appointed member and chair of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Allied Health and an executive board member for the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA). He has spent decades shaping policy, investigating ethical violations, and advocating for the future of

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Episode 50: Rob Ninkovich and Dr Thomas Gill -...

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2025/12/17

Over an 11-year NFL career, Rob Ninkovich went from an undrafted free agent to a two-time Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots. Central to that journey was his relationship with his medical team, including the renowned Head Team Physician, Dr. Thomas Gill. In this episode, they join hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth for an inside look at the physical and mental demands of a professional football career, as well as the evolving culture of athlete care.Dr. Gill offers the surgeon's

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55:34

Episode 49: Dr. Meghan Garcia-Webb - The Truth About...

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2025/12/10

Over the past few years, the medical treatment of weight loss with various GLP-1 medications has dominated headlines, and conflicting stories on social media have created confusion and controversy. Today’s guest, Dr. Meghan Garcia-Webb, bridges the worlds of obesity care and life coaching to help patients conquer weight challenges through science, behavior change, and sustainable habits.In this episode, hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth sit down with Dr. Garcia-Webb to unpack one of the most

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46:35

Episode 48: Rob Potash -The Evolution Of Isokinetic...

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2025/12/02

Isokinetic technology has become one of the most reliable ways to measure joint performance, guide rehabilitation, and elevate strength training. In this episode, hosts Andrew Rizza and Dr. Cameron Roth sit down with Rob Potash, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at CSMi Solutions, to explore how modern isokinetic systems are transforming sports medicine. Rob explains the origins of isokinetic testing through the rise and fall of the classic Cybex machines and how CSMi stepped in to solve

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29:50

Episode 47: Dr. John Jardine - Revolutionizing...

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2025/11/11

Every summer in Falmouth, Massachusetts, thousands of runners push their bodies to the edge in one of the most iconic road races in America. Behind the scenes, a world-class medical team stands ready to respond to everything from dehydration to life-threatening heat stroke. At the center of it all is Dr. John Jardine - Emergency Medicine Physician, Medical Director of the Falmouth Road Race, and Chief Medical Officer at the Korey Stringer Institute.In this episode, Dr. Cameron Roth and Andrew Rizza

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Episode 46: Dr. Catherine Logan - Repair. Rehab....

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2025/10/24

In sports medicine, few professionals bridge the gap between rehabilitation and surgical precision like Dr. Catherine Logan. A former physical therapist and personal trainer turned orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Logan brings a rare, 360-degree view to injury, prevention, and recovery. Now at Colorado Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics (COSMO) in Denver, she specializes in complex knee and shoulder reconstruction for athletes pushing their bodies to the limit.In this episode, Dr. Cameron Roth and Andrew Rizza

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