AOSSM Youth to the NFL Sports Medicine Course with CME-Growth of Women in Sports

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In this video, the speaker discusses the experiences of women working in the world of sports medicine. She highlights the changes in the medical field, with more women entering medical school and becoming team physicians. However, she also acknowledges the underrepresentation of women in certain areas, such as being head team physicians in professional sports leagues. The speaker emphasizes the importance of mentoring young women in sports medicine and addressing gender disparities in healthcare. She also discusses the need for more research on women in sports, as their experiences and reactions may differ from men. Overall, the speaker encourages women to seize opportunities, be open to learning, and prioritize effective communication.

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Presented by Lisa Callahan MD

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women in sports medicine

gender disparities in healthcare

underrepresentation of women

mentoring young women

research on women in sports