Primary Research
Interview with Dr. Burgmeier
Dr. Robert Burgmeier is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at Texas Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Group. I was able to contact him through my connections as a student athletic trainer and was able to gain valuable information from my interview with him.
Interview with Dr. Boucher
Dr. Sarah Boucher is a clinical neuropsychologist at Children's Health Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. I was given the opportunity to interview her and learned about the importance of bedside manner as a health professional.
Interview with Dr. Fermin
Dr. Smokey Fermin is an assistant professor at Whitworth University and was previously an athletic trainer. While he is no longer an athletic trainer, he still works closely with athletic trainers and team doctors. Through my interview, I was able to learn about the skills that are vital for people who want to work in the sports medicine field.
Interview with Dr. Ellis
Dr. Henry Ellis is the medical director of clinical research and a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. I was able to get in touch with him through my connections as a Dallas Mavericks Ballkid and learned the importance of connections through my interview.
Interview with Dr. Wilson
Dr. Philip Wilson is an assistant chief of staff and a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. I was able to connect with him through Dr. Ellis and was able to ask him to be my mentor for this year.