Netter's Sports Medicine

The Certified Athletic Trainer and the Athletic Training Room

Definition of an Athletic Trainer Athletic training encompasses the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emergent, acute, or chronic injuries and medical conditions. Athletic training is recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA), Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), and…

The Team Physician

Being a Team Physician: A Special Privilege, an Awesome Challenge Special Role Team physicians have a unique responsibility of leadership while taking care of athletes. Core skills include leadership; team building; shared decision-making and collaboration; good communication; and a mission…