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To The Bone: Sports Medicine PodcastEp 61. To The Bone: Breakin' It Down with Aaron NgorIn this conversation, Aaron Ngor discusses the importance of building relationships within healthcare systems to streamline care. He shares his journey of developing a private practice and the significance of networking and outreach in providing effective care. Additionally, he highlights the innovative approach to sideline medicine for athletes and artists, showcasing how structured systems can enhance care delivery.
2025-12-151h 15
The AT Last PodcastOn the Sidelines of the World Stage: Representation in Olympic Sports Medicine with Aaron Ngor & Chris BatesLive from Paris 2024, athletic trainers Aaron Ngor and AT Last CEO Chris Bates share what it is like to provide medical care for Olympic athletes and why representation in sports medicine matters at every level. The conversation dives into their experiences working with diverse teams, the challenges of cultural competence in high stakes environments, and how their presence alone sends a powerful message to athletes who rarely see providers who look like them.We also explore the systemic gaps that keep underserved communities from accessing high quality sports medicine care, and how the lessons learned at the...
2025-10-2746 min
Open Mat Social HourEp 98: What "Human First" Means & The Evolution of Healthcare w/ Aaron NgorJoin us today as Diana is joined by a dear friend, Aaron Ngor. Aaron is an Athletic Trainer & Strength Coach out of Undefeated Athletic Club in Los Angeles. Not only is he an incredible healthcare provider, but he is also an incredible human.This episode is a snippet of the conversations around the future of healthcare Diana & Aaron have off camera.Enjoy!
2025-10-1747 min
Athletic Training ChatREPLAY: Ep. 69: Aaron Ngor-Offset MedAaron Ngor is an athletic trainer in California and is doing some very unique things when it comes it comes to serving the performance and dance community. Aaron works as an adjunct professor but also takes care of the performers at the institution he works at. Along with that he started Offset Med. The purpose was to serve the performance community but during these COVID times its seen its own evolution and has many exciting ideas coming in the future.
In this episode we discuss what it took to set up Offset Med and how that has worked starting...
2024-08-0159 min
Athletic Training Chat#ATChatAsks: Aaron Ngor-What does being an athletic trainer mean to you?It’s like being part of a secret organization that creates outcomes after outcomes.
#ATCchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athletictrainingchat #health #medicine #medical #medicalprofessional #professional #LAT #ATSarehealthcare #ATtwitter #begreAT #equALLYATs #essentialtohealthcare #ATChatAsks
2023-03-1400 min
Athletes and the ArtsBreakin' for GoldBreaking, or Break Dancing, exploded in popularity in the 80s but thanks to TV and social media, it's more popular than ever, so much that it will become an Olympic sport at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Yasi and Steven talk to one of the U.S. Olympic hopefuls, Bboy Morris, and the medical team that helps him get there, Aaron Ngor and TeeJay Lee, founders of Offset Med. We get in deep about the Breaking community, its growth from the 80s to today, and how much physical stamina and training it takes to be one of the best...
2022-01-251h 11
AT CornerIntroducing Athletic Training to New Populations with Aaron Ngor - 76In this episode we asked Aaron about what are performing arts, introducing AT services to a population that hasn’t been exposed to AT and the associated challenges, and building an interprofessional network to provide exceptional care.
Timestamps
17:20- Performing arts definition
19:22- Aaron’s specialty within performing arts
23:50- Introducing AT services into the dance community
33:58- Transitioning from traditional sports to the dance and even marching band community
48:41- Putting together a healthcare team
51:55- Highlighting each person’s strength within the healthcare team
2021-12-061h 04
Know Your RootsKYR Episode 8 - Pandemic Dance SafetyWelcome back to the podcast! We're excited to have Aaron Ngor and TJ Lee from OffsetMed to a talk about everything from keeping motivated during a pandemic, to making continuous adjustments we make as artists to pursue our crafts, all while maintaining our overall well-being. Be sure to follow them on instagram @offset.med and stay tuned for our future collaborations with them!
2021-02-0950 min
Athletic Training ChatEp. 69: Aaron Ngor-Offset MedAaron Ngor is an athletic trainer in California and is doing some very unique things when it comes it comes to serving the performance and dance community. Aaron works as an adjunct professor but also takes care of the performers at the institution he works at. Along with that he started Offset Med. The purpose was to serve the performance community but during these COVID times its seen its own evolution and has many exciting ideas coming in the future.
In this episode we discuss what it took to set up Offset Med and how that has...
2020-12-1759 min
The Crossroadz Show014: How Become a Leader ft. Offset Med (Aaron Ngor & Dylan Nguyen)In this Episode with Aaron & Dylan, we talk about:
How they took their passions for dance, and turned it into a career platform.
How to Build Leadership Skills
How to Find your Motivation Drivers
How they assembled such a strong and dedicated team despite the financial odds.
Offset Med is a community-based network of sports medicine professionals equipped to provide practical injury prevention education for the urban athlete. Their mission is to mobilize an interdisciplinary team approach to address sports performance, recovery, and injury care, and their vision is to raise the standard...
2020-04-271h 28
The Offset PodcastSeason 2 Finale: Our 2019 Re-cap & More?What’s up Offset Med Listeners! We’ve decided to take a bit more time for Season 3’s production and have decided to schedule the release of Season 3 around June 2020. Even though the podcast will be on hiatus, we’ll still be active on our Instagram and website.
In our season finale of Season 2, we have decided to provide a re-cap of our 2019. We share stories, statistics, and discuss the future direction of Offset Med. We hope you enjoy this episode and see you in the summertime!
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PODCAST TOPICS
Educat...
2020-01-2624 minThe Offset PodcastOlympic Bound: Athletic Training Behind The Scenes - OFFSET with Scott MacKayWhat’s up Offset Med Listeners! We are capping off our final episode of Season 2 with our friend Scott MacKay representing USA Track & Field! Together we discuss current perspectives in the field of sports medicine, athletic training, and professional development. We cover a variety of topics and dive deep into the lifestyle of being a sports medicine provider. You can contact Scott with any questions on Instagram @smack_atc or his photography page @smackvisuals.
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PODCAST TOPICS
Lifestyle of Working at the Olympic Level
Professional Development & Mentorship
Fi...
2020-01-1057 minThe Offset PodcastLessons from Myodetox & Dance - OFFSET with Dr. Miguel AlmarioWhat’s up Offset Med Listeners! Today we have Dr. Miguel Almario representing Myodetox with us today! He’s a hip-hop dancer, physical therapist, and good friend of Team Offset Med. We are excited to bring this amazing episode that dives deep into what it means to be a great clinician and how performers in our dance community can mitigate further risk of injury. You can contact Miguel with any questions on Instagram @myo_migs
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PODCAST TOPICS
Outlook On Work Life Balance In A Hustle Culture
Becoming A Physical Therapist For...
2019-12-1552 minThe Offset PodcastThe Art of Healing - OFFSET with Dr. Tina WangThis episode we'll be talking with Dr. Tina Wang, a physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation (aka PM&R). She has a history in performing arts from a very young age and an extremely strong educational background, giving her a very unique perspective when it comes to her approach in treating patients. We'll be getting some perspective on her current private medical practice (Tupelo Pointe) and seeing her insight on the methodologies she uses to treat her patients over her years as a physician.
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2019-11-1548 minThe Offset PodcastBreak-NG x Offset Med: Mission, Vision, and Purpose.This episode is a little different today. We'll be sharing a recording of the podcast we (Aaron and Dylan) were guests, hosted by Luis Prado (aka bboy LPrad) from the Break-NG Podcast. It was a long time coming, so we hope you enjoy the exchange and get to dive a bit deeper into what goes behind the mindset of Offset Med.
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Thank you for supporting The Offset Podcast where we challenge how you think, move, and feel. We hope you share, subscribe, and reach out to us! Together we can develop ourselves "offset" so we ca...
2019-11-0157 minThe Offset PodcastMedics for Emergencies, Health, and Breaking — OFFSET with Chibuzo & B-ChenEmergency medical transport is critical to save the life of anyone experiencing a medical emergency. Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) are typically first responders that arrive on scene after calling 9-1-1. They see some of life’s toughest hardships and circumstances. Join the Offset Med team as we interview Chibuzo and B-Chen to learn more about emergency scenarios and how it has shaped them as people, movers, and health care providers.
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PODCAST TOPICS
Personal Background
Definition of a “Medic”
Perspective About the Healthcare System
Tips & Knowle...
2019-10-021h 09The Offset PodcastJuly 2019 Reflections — OFFSET with Aaron, Dylan, and TeeJay LeeWelcome back OFFSET MED Listeners to Season 2: Episode 5 of The Offset Podcast. In this episode, we are pleased to introduce our special guest TeeJay Lee! He currently serves as the OFFSET MED Director of Community Relations and is also a recovery specialist. Together we reflect on our experience providing backstage medical services for ARENA Dance Competition and surviving the insane Redbull 400! We hope you enjoy!
Thank you for supporting The Offset Podcast where we challenge how you think, move, and feel. We hope you share, comment, subscribe, or leave us a review. To reach...
2019-08-1546 minThe Offset PodcastDiving Deep into Dance Injury Prevention (Live Podcast Recording) - OFFSET with DancePrehabOFFSET MED is a community-based network that connects the gap between urban athletes and professionals who care about health, longevity, and performance. We provide a platform that brings passionate people together resulting in an interdisciplinary approach that addresses health disparities unique to the urban athlete community. Today, we have partnered with DANCE PREHAB, a dance medicine organization that teaches dancers how to dance smarter in order to dance harder, for a group discussion and workshop. Both organizations were founded by dancers who are passionate about delivering practical educational content. We hope that the culmination of our knowledge and experiences...
2019-07-1546 minThe Offset PodcastBreaking into Workshops & Event Medical Coverage — OFFSET with Aaron & DylanWelcome back OFFSET MED Listeners to Season 2: Episode 3 of The Offset Podcast. Join Aaron and Dylan as they discuss their experiences working with the San Jose breaking community at FutureArtsNow! and high-level professional breakers at Culture of 4 in San Diego. Also, Offset Med will be collaborating with Dance Prehab in a workshop on June 22 from 10am to 12pm at CF Dance Academy (Fullerton, CA). You can register here at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dance-injury-prevention-live-podcast-recording-and-workshop-tickets-63289357171
Thank you for supporting The Offset Podcast where we challenge how you think, move, and feel. We hope you s...
2019-06-1840 minThe Offset PodcastBlending Sports Medicine with Urban Dance — OFFSET with KINETIC IMPACTIf you’ve ever wondered what goes behind the scenes to keep dancers performing at a high level then you’ve come to the right podcast! Join the Offset Med team as we highlight the performance medicine staff behind the Beyond Babel show. Special shout out to Coach Nghia Pham for allowing us to record this podcast at his facility Optimum Training and Performance. Dr. Benjamin DeLuca and Dr. Donald Mull have their practice within this elite training space and are the Founders of Kinetic Impact that help their patients return to their sport, life, and passions at a high...
2019-06-011h 14The Offset PodcastSeason 2 "A Fresh Start" — OFFSET with Aaron & DylanWelcome back OFFSET MED Listeners! We are back and better than ever with Season 2: Episode 1 of The Offset Podcast. Join Aaron and Dylan on their journey with Offset Med as they strive to make an impact in the hip-hop and urban dance community. In this episode they discuss their experiences at Kings of the 805, Cerritos Spectacular Dance Showcase, Fusion Dance Competition, Kut Da Breaks!, and highlight what's to come next on the podcast.
Thank you for supporting The Offset Podcast where we challenge how you think, move, and feel. We hope you share, comment, su...
2019-05-2232 minThe Offset PodcastEpisode 6: Life OFFSET with Aaron NgorWe're sitting down with Aaron today, taking a deeper look into what inspired him to create OFFSET MED and find out a little more about his journey from the early stages of conception to its current state. In this episode, he shares both his professional and personal perspectives about creating OFFSET MED and what the future holds. We hope you enjoy this podcast and learn more about what happens behind the scenes at OFFSET MED
PODCAST OUTLINE
Offset Med Origins 3:30 to 6:50
Performance Health for Artist Athletes - Commentary 7:00 to 11:00
Athletic Training in Ohio vs...
2019-03-291h 01The Offset PodcastEpisode 5: Pole and Aerial Arts with Krystle CelisWelcome to another episode of The Offset Podcast! Today we talk with Krystle about her experience working as a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) in the performing arts setting, lessons from being a Pole Instructor at FemBody Fitness, and common misconceptions about pole fitness and aerial arts. We deep dive into several interesting topics such as addressing the stigma of pole dancing, what to expect during a class experience, and much more! You can find out more about Kyrstle and even schedule your own consult with her at https://krystlecelis.com or find her on Instagram @xtal_15
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2019-02-1449 minThe Offset PodcastEpisode 4: High Performance Training with Karl Flores
From dancer to fitness professional, Karl Flores has rapidly distinguished himself as a world class trainer. With humble beginnings as a hip hop dancer on Barkada Modern and working as a physical therapy aide, Karl’s grit and determination accelerated his success as a Tier 3 Personal Trainer at Equinox. Karl is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association. With his knowledge of exercise programming, influencing health behaviors, and background in dance, Karl has created his own unique approach to training. To learn more you can follow him at https://www...
2019-01-161h 11The Offset PodcastEpisode 3: Behind the Turntables with DJ MikecheckkBeing a professional DJ isn’t so easy! As one of the pillars of hip hop, DJs are essential to the culture through the music and mixes they create.This episode gives a voice to the DJs behind the turntables and allows us to take a peek inside their world. Mike Caringal, otherwise known as “DJ Mike Checkk” is a hip-hop dancer turned DJ instructor for the Academy of DJs in Orange County. He also is pursuing a career in physical therapy and hopes to impact they way DJs view and take care of their bodies. You can find out more a...
2018-12-1849 minThe Offset PodcastEpisode 2: Breaking with Robert Tsai and Dylan NguyenWelcome to another episode of The Offset Podcast! This episode is for the b-boys and b-girls who are out there training hard to leave their mark. In this episode, we bring Robert Tsai and Dylan Nguyen together to discuss the breaking culture, the stigma of injury, and lessons learned to preserve the body for breaking. Tune in to our new show and don't forget to leave us a review, comment, audio message, Facebook/IG mesage, or however you want to communicate! We are looking forward to connecting with you and learning how we can make this podcast better!
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2018-10-081h 25The Offset PodcastEpisode 1 (OFFICIAL): IntroductionWelcome to The Offset Podcast! My name is Aaron Ngor and I am here with my buddy Dylan to introduce our passion project together. Tune in to our new show and don't forget to leave us a review, comment, audio message, Facebook/IG mesage, or however you want to communicate! We are looking forward to connecting with you and learning how we can make this podcast better!
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/offsetmed/
IG @offset.med
Website: Coming soon!
Show Outline
0:00 to 1:12 - Introductions
1:18 to 2:47 - Creative Process of The Offset Podcast
2:57 to 4:30 - Who are "artist-athletes"?
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2018-08-2009 minThe Offset PodcastEpisode 1: Coming SoonWelcome to The Offset Podcast! My name is Aaron Ngor and I am the Founder of Offset Med, a company created to serve entertainers and performers by making safety, health, and performance a priority. You can follow our adventure on IG (https://www.instagram.com/offset.med/) and by subscribing to this podcast. We look forward to bring you the highest-quality educational content that can help advance your craft further. Tune in for our next podcast and we will see you then!
Produced by Dylan Nguyen
Transcript:
“Welcome to the Offset Podcast, where we shine the spotlight on what happens be...
2018-07-2500 min