2024 AOSSM/NHL Hockey Summit-Power Moves for Player Safety: The League Perspective and On-Ice Emergencies

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In a comprehensive session on NHL health and safety procedures, Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly discussed the league's approach to player equipment and playing environments. He highlighted the importance of balancing player protection with performance, noting ongoing efforts to improve safety through equipment testing and collaboration with manufacturers. Daly emphasized the role of the NHL’s various committees in assessing and recommending safety improvements, including the development of a spotter program to identify concussions.<br /><br />The session also featured presentations from medical professionals detailing emergency responses to life-threatening situations on the ice, such as airway management, cardiac arrest, and vascular injuries. Key takeaways included the importance of having an effective Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and practicing it regularly to ensure a rapid and coordinated response. The presentations underscored the significance of teamwork and efficient communication among medical staff and EMS.<br /><br />Dr. Kenton Feibel shared his experiences with cardiac emergency management, stressing the critical role of early defibrillation and CPR. Other panelists discussed handling facial and dental injuries, emphasizing the urgency of identifying and treating these injuries promptly.<br /><br />Lastly, the panel discussed techniques for safely transferring injured players off the ice, such as using spine boards and ensuring proper stabilization. Throughout, they highlighted that preparedness, practice, and communication are vital for managing sports emergencies effectively.

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Power Moves for Player Safety: The League Perspective
Moderator: Dhiren Naidu, MD
Presenter: Bill Daly

On-Ice Emergencies
Moderator: Ryan Lingor, MD

Airway-Presenter: Edward Berdusco, MD

Cardiac-Presenter: Kenton Fibel, MD

Vascular Emergencies- The Pressure is On-Presenters: Terence Forss, MA, CAT(C), ATC, CSCS & Dhiren Naidu, MD

OMFS/ Facial/ Dental Injuries-Presenter: Guy Lanzi

Ortho Panel and Discussion
Moderator: Bradley Nelson, MD
Panel: Dhiren Naidu, MD, Anil Rawanat, MD, Anthony Colucci, DO, FACEP, Edward Berdusco, MD and Tom Mulligan, PT, ATC

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