Member May 2025: Pediatric Sports Medicine Networking (On Demand)-Session Recording

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In this Member May session, organized by the AAP MNR and led by Dr. Hampel, members discussed their experiences and challenges within the pediatric sports medicine field. The session aimed to facilitate networking and collaboration among professionals interested in this niche area. Dr. Hampel, who is a new attending in physiatry, shared his focus on musculoskeletal sports and electrodiagnostic medicine. The participants included experienced professionals like Dr. Rani Kathirthambi, who brings extensive knowledge in pediatric physiatry at the Montefiore Medical Center, and Dr. Brian Kravac, who specializes in outpatient sports medicine at the University of Washington.<br /><br />Dr. Kravac shared insights from his extensive career, emphasizing the blend of primary care skills with musculoskeletal expertise to manage young athletes' needs effectively. He noted the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in managing concussion cases and coordinating care in high-pressure environments, like international sports competitions. Dr. Jill Milan, now retired but active in snow sports for the Paralympics, emphasized the value of exposure through volunteering and interdisciplinary approaches in both sports medicine and pediatric rehab.<br /><br />The session also highlighted the importance of maintaining connections with patients transitioning from pediatric to adult care and the anxiety-related challenges athletes face. Dr. Milan and Dr. Kathirthambi shared stories illustrating the profound impact of sports on physical and psychological health.<br /><br />The conversation concluded with Dr. Mona Artani suggesting future virtual meet-ups to continue these valuable exchanges. The session provided an engaging platform for sharing experiences, challenges, and ideas for advancing care in pediatric sports medicine, showcasing the unique role of physiatrists in this field.

Keywords

pediatric sports medicine

networking

collaboration

musculoskeletal sports

electrodiagnostic medicine

interdisciplinary collaboration

concussion management

pediatric to adult care transition

psychological health

physiatrists