Sept. 20, 2023

Prioritizing Mental Well-Being In Athletics And Sports Medicine

𝘐𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴, 𝘪𝘵'𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘪𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘴' 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘶𝘮𝘱𝘩𝘴, 𝘢𝘴 𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘭-𝘣𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘴 𝘩𝘪𝘥𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸.

Just as we prioritize physical health, mental health deserves equal recognition and support on our well-being journey.

Our latest episodes emphasize the importance of seeking help and community support, echoing the sentiment that no one should face their struggles alone. Additionally, sports medicine practitioners operate in high-pressure environments, making swift, critical decisions for injured athletes. They truly are the unsung champions, mending both bodies and spirits.

In case you missed it, here’s a recap of our two most recent podcast episodes which are specifically focused on balancing triumphs and struggles in championing mental health and sports medicine.

🎧 What is Sports Medicine? with Dr. Derrick Burgess

Sports thrive on the strength of unity, and hidden within that unity are the unsung heroes of sports medicine who fortify the bonds between…Read more

🎧 How to Create a Supportive Ecosystem for Athletes with Dr. Dawn Brown

Everyone is facing struggles in various aspects of human life. Nowadays, we often see people achieving victory despite every challenge. In contrast, some tend to become inferior when hearing news about…Read more

Both episodes are available on your favorite podcast streaming platforms and on our YouTube channel. Subscribe and click the notification bell to be in the loop when new posts get published.

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Dr. Derrick Burgess

Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine

Dr. Derrick Burgess is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Sportsmedicine specialist, known for his expertise in orthopedics and his dedication to empowering others. As the host of the TimeOut With The SportsDr Podcast, Dr. Burgess provides insights and practical tips for success in life, sports, and medicine.

Dr. Burgess is Co-Captain with his wife Myeasha, pediatric dentist, in building a winning team with their three beautiful children. It was in high school that Dr. Burgess, a Muscle Shoals, Alabama native, realized his interest in orthopaedics. After suffering an injury in football, Burgess discovered a mentor that would be a catalyst for his pursuit of medicine. He embodies the same passion to impact other young people to "Dream Big" to achieve their wildest desires.

With a career spanning over a decade, Dr. Burgess has established himself as a leading figure in orthopedic surgery. He holds a Doctor of Medicine degree and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS). Throughout his career, Dr. Burgess has prioritized patient care and has served as a Team Physician for Jackson State University, supporting athletes in achieving peak performance.

Dr. Burgess's journey in orthopedic surgery has been marked by significant achievements. He completed his postdoctoral fellowship at the Cincinnati SportsMedicine & Orthopaedic Center, where he refined his skills under the mentorship of renowned surgeons. Subsequently, he served as an Orthopedic Surgeon at South Central Regional Medical Center, delive… Read More

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