CME | Gamechanger Insights: Tackling Concussions in Sports
Release Date: 02/24/2025
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info_outlineThe CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the hosts as they explore the evolving understanding of concussions in sports, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and comprehensive care. They discuss real-life case studies, highlighting how concussions can present in unexpected ways and why family physicians play a crucial role in diagnosis and management. With a focus on evidence-based guidelines, the conversation explores best practices for cognitive and physical recovery, return-to-play protocols, and considerations for both young athletes and older adults. Whether you're on the sidelines, in the clinic, or simply interested in the latest concussion research, this episode offers practical strategies to enhance patient care.
Your hosts for this episode are Lauren Brown-Berchtold, MD, FAAFP, program director for the San Joaquin General Family Medicine Residency in French Camp, Calif.; Jason Marker, MD, MPA, FAAFP, associate director of the Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency program in South Bend, Ind.; and Tamaan Osbourne-Roberts, MD, MBA, FAAFP, chief medical officer and vice president of health strategy at the public sector health plan Colorado Access.
Whether you're navigating patient queries or seeking to enhance your clinical knowledge, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for family physicians. Tune in now and earn CME credit!
Claim Credit:
After listening to the podcast episode, claim 0.5 AAFP credit by following the provided link. https://www.aafp.org/assessment/take/17830/e
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify signs and symptoms of concussion in athletes.
2. Explain the importance of early recognition and proper management of sports-related concussion.
3. Discuss return-to-play guidelines and the long-term effects of repeated concussions in athletes.
References and Resources
American Academy of Family Physicians. (2019). Concussion in Sport. American Family Physician, 99(7), 426-433. Retrieved from https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2019/0401/p426.html
American Academy of Family Physicians. Concussion Awareness, Diagnosis, and Treatment. Retrieved from https://www.aafp.org/family-physician/patient-care/care-resources/physical-safety/sports-injury-prevention/concussion-awareness-diagnosis-and-treatment.html
American Academy of Family Physicians. (2024). Concussion in Sport: Practice Guidelines. American Family Physician, 110(4), 435-436. Retrieved from https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2024/1000/practice-guidelines-concussion-in-sport.html
American Academy of Family Physicians. (2019). Concussion and Its Consequences. American Family Physician, 99(7), 462-464. Retrieved from https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2019/0401/p462.html
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Returning to Sports and Activities After a Concussion. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/heads-up/guidelines/returning-to-sports.html
Patricios, J. S., Schneider, K. J., Dvorak, J., et al. (2023). Consensus Statement on Concussion in Sport: The 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport–Amsterdam, October 2022. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 57(11), 695-711. Retrieved from https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/57/11/695
American Academy of Family Physicians. On-Demand Package - Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine Edition 11. Retrieved from https://www.aafp.org/cme/all/sports/self-study.html
American Academy of Family Physicians. (2024). Concussion in Sport: Recommendations From the 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport. American Family Physician, 110(4), 435-436.
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