This book fills a significant gap in the field by focusing on the role of the team doctor beyond just the science of sports injuries. It provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges and rewards of working with elite athletes, including managing day-to-day responsibilities, injuries, team dynamics, and travel logistics. Through engaging narratives and practical advice, readers gain a deep understanding of what it takes to excel in this high-stakes environment. The book aims to equip readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of sports medicine effectively. It offers a unique perspective on the dedication required to manage athletes' health and well-being, making it an essential resource for anyone passionate about sports and medicine.
A Guide to Being a Team Doctor stands out in the sports medicine category, uniquely blending the thrill of sports with the critical role of medical professionals in ensuring athlete welfare. This guide is designed for sports doctors, physiotherapists, and medical professionals working in sports, from authors who bring a wealth of experience from the front lines of sports medicine. It also serves a wider audience, including non-medical personnel in sports settings, offering invaluable insights into the medical management of teams.
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Springer International Publishing
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Höhe: 23.5 cm
Breite: 15.5 cm
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978-3-031-73085-6 (9783031730856)
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Dr. Dean Chatterjee is a sports medicine doctor involved in football for the England Development Pathway. He also works as Chief Medical Officer for Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club. He has worked in athletics, gymnastics, rugby and disability sports and was Team UK doctor at the Invictus Games. He has experience in trauma and emergency care from previous Orthopaedic training and has also been trained to be an emergency medicine doctor. He is always looking to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment and is a keen advocate of player welfare.
Dr Tom Leggett is a dedicated and driven Sports Medicine Doctor and GP with a passion for working in the field of sports. He has an MSc in Sport and Exercise Medicine and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Musculo-Skeletal ultrasound. He works as the Team Doctor for England Rugby (Women's U20s), England Para-Football (Cerebral Palsy) and RFU academy teams (Midlands - West and Central). He is the Club Doctor at Port Vale Football Club. Alongside this he works as a GP locum in general practice and MSK medicine. He actively collaborates with colleagues to deliver top-notch patient care, committed to honing my leadership, team management, and clinical skills, ensuring the best possible outcomes for his patients and colleagues.
