AAPM&R National Grand Rounds: A Casual Conversation With Stanley A. Herring, MD-AAPM&R National Grand Rounds: A Casual Conversation With Stanley A. Herring, MD

AAPM&R National Grand Rounds: A Casual Conversation With Stanley A. Herring, MD

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In this video, Dr. Stan Herring, a prominent figure in the field of sports medicine and physiatry, is interviewed about his career and accomplishments. Dr. Herring discusses his background and education, including his residency in PMNR and his focus on spine and sports medicine. He highlights his involvement in various organizations, such as the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R), where he served as President, and the North American Spine Society (NASS). He also talks about his role as a team physician for professional, college, and high school teams, sharing his experiences and the challenges he faced. One of his most significant achievements is his involvement in the creation of Zach's Law, also known as the Lystedt Law, which required schools and sports organizations to have protocols for managing concussions. Dr. Herring reflects on the changes in the field of sports medicine, particularly in the management of concussions, and emphasizes the importance of physiatry in treating musculoskeletal and neurological injuries. He concludes by expressing his pride in the impact he has had on his patients and the field of sports medicine, and his gratitude to his colleagues and mentors.

Keywords

Dr. Stan Herring

sports medicine

physiatry

residency in PMNR

American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

team physician

Zach's Law

concussion management protocols

changes in sports medicine

impact on patients