IC 105-2022: Evolving Responsibilities of the Orthopaedic Team Physician: Managing the Sidelines and Landmines-Q & A: IC 105

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The video discussion concludes with a Q&A session. The panel is asked about the structure and payment of medical teams in athletics. They discuss the importance of independence and accountability, and how some institutions have memorandums of understanding outlining the services they provide and the costs involved. They also touch on the issue of who pays the medical director and the athletic trainers, and the influence that payment can have on their work. The panel acknowledges the challenges in implementing ideal structures in the real world with its politics and human interactions. They also discuss different protocols and approaches in handling injuries at home and away games, including the use of rapid intubation teams and the practice of boarding players. The importance of commitment and volunteerism is emphasized, especially when serving as a team physician for high school teams. The session ends with applause for the panel.

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Christopher Kaeding, MD; Timothy Miller, MD; James Bradley, MD; Gloria Beim, MD

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Q&A session

medical teams in athletics

independence and accountability

memorandums of understanding

payment of medical director and athletic trainers