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Proven Health AlternativesYou Need An Oil ChangeCan fish oil really transform your health? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Charles Sefcik, a board-certified chiropractic neurologist and certified clinical nutritionist, to explore one of the most powerful and underrated tools in functional medicine: omega-3s. We break down how EPA and DHA support your brain, hormones, metabolism, and inflammation pathways—and why most people aren't getting nearly enough from food alone. We also share what to look for in a quality fish oil supplement, how to avoid common pitfalls like oxidation and poor sourcing, and why testing your fatty acid le...
2025-05-2352 min
Youth Sports Safety UpdateSports Safety in Schools, NASCAR, Rodeo & Life with Eric NasonJoin us for an enlightening conversation with Eric Nason, wearer of many hats and experiences, including NASA, NASCAR, Justin Rodeo Healers, Secondary Schools and more.Show Notes:Erik Nason MBA, MS, ATC, CSCS, BCS-O Senior Manager of Sports Medicine for Partnerships | Advent Health Central Florida Division | Certified Athletic Trainer | Owner of Xtreme Action Sports Medicine 321-537-2633 Erik.nason@adventhealth.com In 2018, Florida Hospital, now Advent Health and Volusia County Schools announced that the hospital has selected Erik Nason to serve as the athletic trainer to c...
2024-11-2745 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateMaking Professional Shifts for Providing Safer CareShow Notes: Andrea Kovalsky, MS, LAT, ATC, Kovalsky11@gmail.com, LinkedIn http://linkedin.com/in.andreakovolsky11Andrea has chosen a mid career shift after several years in the Secondary Setting, she is completing her DAT from FIU. Her next challenge is to embarking on a PHD from U Conn while serving an assistantship with a team sport to continue her skill practice as an AT. She shares her insights on these decisions and being an AT. She shares to focus on what she chooses to do and learn and not just ride the wave of l...
2024-11-1326 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateREDS and Other Sports Nutritional Concerns with Dr. Emilie BurgessShow Notes: Dr. Emilie Burgess, Sports DietitianInstagram: @emthedietitianEmilie Burgess is a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics specializing in sports performance, low energy availability, disordered eating, and eating disorders in athletes. She currently works as a sport & eating disorder dietitian at Laura Moretti Nutrition LLC, co-chair for the 2025 Female Athlete Conference, and a contract dietitian for USA Track and Field. Emilie was most recently the Athletics Sports Dietitian for 34 varsity teams at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, and served as the Exhibitor Chair for the 2023 Female Athlete Conference.As a...
2024-10-2324 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateThe Medical Time Out 2.0 with Dr. Jim KyleThe inventor of a timely tool to keep sports safe and all parties prepared for a medical emergency. Dr. Jim Kyle, initial author has some new application to the MTO to help us all. Great information for Team Physicians, Athletic Trainers, administrators and all to keep your kids safe in any sports arena.Exciting news! The Kyle Group’s presence on social media is starting up! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with all things sports safety, WV EMS, and other initiatives founded by The Kyle Group! To Contact Dr. Kyle please end emai...
2024-10-0944 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateInnovations & Pearls in Sports Safety with Mike RyanJoining us today on the YSSU is a seasoned former NFL PT & AT who continues to treat many high-level athletes and warriors. He's the Sports Medicine Analyst for both Sunday Night Football on NBC and Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime. Here to answer the question(s) about injury prevention and getting safely back in the game… Please welcome, Mike Ryan."Mike Ryan, PT, ATC, CES, PESEnhancing the Health of Others through Speaking, Consulting & Injury Management.https://mikeryansportsmedicine.com As a Head Athletic Trainer/Physical Therapist with 26 years of experience in th...
2024-09-2540 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateMike Ryan with the Latest Innovations and Safety in SportsShow Notes:Mike Ryan, PT, ATC, CES, PESEnhancing the Health of Others through Speaking, Consulting & Injury Management.https://mikeryansportsmedicine.com As a Head Athletic Trainer/Physical Therapist with 26 years of experience in the National Football League (NFL), Mike is a highly recognized authority in the areas of wellness and physical therapy.His extensive hands-on experience as both an elite physical therapist/athletic trainer and a competitive athlete is unmatched. Mike’s expertise in the areas of injury management and injury prevention are why he’s so popul...
2024-09-2540 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateThe Updated Emergency Action Plan with Mike HopperThe NATA in June 2024 released a new position statement on emergency Action Plans to best be prepared at any venue. Listen to Mike Hopper a co-author share some of the highlights to make your venue a safe and prepared venue should any emergency occur.Key Takeaways A. Take the time, now, to review and update your venue specific EAP.B. Practice the EAP with all parties concerned with scenario-based action.C. Follow up, follow up and follow up so all parties are informed, re...
2024-09-1130 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateConcussion Recovery with Dr. Cheryl MitchellKey Takeaways & Call to Action: A. Education for all to recognize and properly manage concussion.B. Prevention with proper tackling techniques and mitigate where possible through equipment such as helmets, mouthpieces, increase cervical musculature, improve balance & training.C. Recovery involves Prioritization of activities, Practice modifications, Pace of increasing activity and stimulation and Proper places of periodic rest.Show Notes:Cheryl Mitchell, PT, DPT, GTS, ASTYM, Concussion cert, SFMA, Pelvic Floor cert, Certified Telehealth SpecialistOwner/ Founder
2024-08-2831 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateLife as Team Physician with Dr. Jessie LyonsJoining us to day is Dr. Jesse Lyons, Baptist Health and Team Physician for Riverside High School and Paxon School for Advanced Studies. 2024 JSMP Team Physician of the Year. Inspired to the medical profession by his father, University of Alabama All American and NFL Hall of Fame with NY Jets. Works with his dad as a board member for their foundation to support terminally ill children and their families.Key Takeaways & Call to Action: A. Hydrate and AcclimateB. Take a break and do a variety of other...
2024-08-1425 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateUnderstanding Heat Related Illness, Dr. Rebecca LopezKey Takeaways & Call to ActionA. Cool First Transport SecondB. Proper equipment located on site and in multiple locations if necessary.C. Educate to Prepare, Recognize & RespondD. Prior to Cold Water Immersion rule out differential diagnosis, Diabetes, Hyperglycemic episode, etc.Show Notes:Rebecca M. Lopez, PhD, ATC, CSCS, FNATAProfessor, Athletic Training ProgramsAssistant School Director, Diversity, Equity, and InclusionSchool of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences...
2024-07-2440 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateFHSAA Safety Policies 40-43 UpdatesJSMP Executive Director Bob Sefcik, Duval County Director of Athletics Tammie Talley and Jerry Stevens, Supervisor of Athletic Training for Duval County Schools discuss updates to safety policies 60-43 related to Head, Heat, Heart and EAP's.Also, reference Concussion Resource Tool CRT6Key Takeaways & Call to Action: to be added here & to show notes.A. Athletic Trainers should take the time to comprehend your Florida statute(s), your scope of practice to be compliant.B. Athletic Directors and Coaches should be compliant with...
2024-07-1747 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateThe NFL & Sports Safety for All Ages, Dr. Robb RehbergToday we speak with Dr. Robb S. Rehberg, PhD, ATC, NREMT, Senior Medical Advisor and Director of Game Day Medical Operations, Player Health and Safety for the NATIONAL FOOTBALL and The Rehberg-Konin Group, LLC. He addresses the latest NFL injury research initiatives as well as recommendation on keeping kids safe in sports.Show Notes:Robb S. Rehberg, PhD, ATC, NREMT, Senior Medical Advisor and Director of Game Day Medical Operations, Player Health and Safety for the NATIONAL FOOTBALL The Rehberg Konin Group, LLC1703 N. McMullen Booth Road, #1422 Safety Har...
2024-07-1022 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateCritical Cares Skills and the AT with Dr. Eric FuchsCritical care skills are essential in providing emergency services. Are you, as an AT proficient, do you know your scope of practice, state legislation, and do your practice real scenarios to be best prepared? Dr. Eric Fuchs is a national expert in these areas and shares his expertise. Key Takeaways & Call to Action:A. Simulation vs Rehearsal is important. Do it jointly with EMS, Coaches, School Resource officer. Heat, Head, Heart, HemoglobinB. Are your supplies, ready, available, do you practice with them?C. Pediatrics r...
2024-06-2636 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateCaring for the hearing and sight impaired in sportsThis is a conversation with Certified Athletic Trainer, Josh Wolcott, of the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind. FSD&B was once a brief home for the legendary singing artist, Ray Charles. He discusses some of the unique challenges that all should be aware of in serving these incredible athletes.Show Notes:Josh Wolcott, LAT, ATCWolcottj@fsdbk12.org To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207
2024-06-1233 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateSports Nutrition with Kelsey PontiusShow Notes:Kelsey Pontius, RD, LDN, CSSD904-337-9667 meteornutrition@gmail.comWebsite: metornutrition.com @sportsdietitionkelseyMeteor Nutrition arose after lifelong athlete, Kelsey Pontius, wished to pursue her passion for the impact of nutrition on the human body in motion. Kelsey grew up playing competitive soccer, and eventually ended her career as a D1 soccer player to transform into a distance runner who has since qualified for the 2020 and 2024 US Marathon Olympic Trials. Through several instances of her athletic background, she felt the ebbs and flows with nutrition on performa...
2024-05-2225 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateSafe Return to Play with Dr. George DaviesShow Notes:Key Take AwaysUse Transformational RehabilitationStay Current with researchTest don't GuessBuild a strong Foundation George Davies,DPT, MEd, PT, SCS, ATC, LAT, CSCS, PES, CES, CSMS, FAPTA Professor Office: Armstrong Campus-Ashmore Center 249 Phone: 912-344-2855 Email: gdavies@georgiasouthern.edu Curriculum Vitae (PDF)To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com...
2024-05-0841 minYouth Sports Safety UpdatePrimary Care Sports Medicine with Dr. Shelley CallenderDr. Callender speaks on a variety of topics of interest to parents, physicians, athletes. etc.Show Notes:Dr. Shelley Street Callender757-803-7887Website, backinthegamedoctors.comCommunication/consultation and patient appointments are primarily managed via email sportworkschoolplay@gmail.comReference Article: The American Medical Society for Sports Medicine Position Statement on Concussion in Sport, published in the Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine 2019: 29:87-100 To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update Podcasthttps://Jaxsmp.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine P...
2024-04-2428 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateStop The Bleed with Dr. Matt LevyLearn critical live saving skills of how to stop bleeding through Pressure, Packing and use of Tourniquets. All skills each of us need to know in sports and throughout life.Matthew Levy, DO, MSc, FACEP, FAEMS, NRPChair, Stop The Bleed Coalition, Baltimore, MarylandDr. Matthew Levy is Chair of the non-profit Stop the Bleed Coalition. He is a strong advocate for Stop the Bleed was the architect behind one of the first county-wide implementations of Stop the Bleed in the United States. He is a member of the Stop the B...
2024-04-1025 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateChronic Shoulder Pain and Instability with Dr. Kevin KaplanShow Notes:Dr. Kevin Kaplan, Orthopaedic SurgeonDr. Kaplan graduated from Tulane University (New Orleans, LA) with a Bachelor of Science. He majored in cell and molecular biology and was distinguished as Summa Cum Laude with Honors. Dr. Kaplan was Phi Beta Kappa, and a member of numerous National Honor Societies. He attended New York University School of Medicine (New York, NY) where he graduated as a Doctor of Medicine. He was distinguished in the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society.Dr. Kaplan completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at New York Uni...
2024-03-2722 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateFoot & Ankle Issues with Dr. Sal MelecaDr. Sal Meleca, a foot and ankle specialist discusses a variety of issues faced in the lower extremityShow Notes:Salvatore Meleca, DPM is a highly respected foot and ankle surgeon with extensive training and experience in forefoot, rearfoot and ankle reconstructive procedures as well as trauma. He completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, Florida, where he was mentored by Dr. Ettore Vulcano, a world-renowned orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon. Under the directorship of Dr. Jacob Silverstone, Dr. Meleca completed a 3 year surgical residency, performing and participating in various specialty surgeries...
2024-03-1320 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateDr. Jason Zaremski, Throwing Guidelines for Overhead SportsJason L. Zaremski, MD, CAQSM, FACSM, FAAPMR, FAMSSMUF Health Sports Medicine PhysicianAssociate Professor of PM&R and Sports MedicineChief, Division of Sports MedicineAssociate Program Director, PM&R ResidencyDirector, UF Health Throwing Clinichttps://pmr.med.ufl.edu/patient-care/patients-we-treat/uf-health-throwing-and-pitching-medicine/ Department of Physical Medicine & RehabilitationUniversity of Florida Healthzaremjl@ufl.eduShow Notes:No more than 7-8 months throwing per year, get 3-4 months restWeighted ball throwing programs, not for the skeletally i...
2024-02-2838 min
The Sefcik ShowEp.64 Messiah.Passover.Pasion.Rabbi Robert joins us in studio to share an amazing presentation on Messiah in the Passover and Passion. This is a Jewish man who found completion in Yeshua, and now has a congregation in Silver Spring, serving the community and bringing people to the Messiah. Support the showYouTube: TheSefcikShowFacebook: TheSefcikShowInstagram: TheSefcikShowTikTok: TheSefcikShow
2024-02-071h 19Youth Sports Safety UpdateConcussions: A Deeper Dive with Neuropsychologist Zac Houck, PhD Today we take a deeper look at concussions with Dr. Zac Houck of Brooks Rehabilitation here in Jacksonville, Florida. Brooks Rehab is a Sustaining Partner of JSMP and we are grateful for their support.Zac Houck, Ph D. – Brooks Rehab neuropsychologist Licensed Psychologist/Neuropsychologist Brooks Behavioral Medicine Zachary.Houck@Brooksrehab.org Office: (904)-345-7352 Show Notes: 1. HAVOCH- Headache - MigraineA - AnxietyV - Vestibular - BalanceO - Ocular - Vision issuesC - Cognitive...
2024-01-1055 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateJSMP Year in Review & What is ahead in 2024 with Bob SefcikJSMP Executive Director addresses event of 2023 and what is ahead in 2024 with host Jim Mackie Show Notes:To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207Email: Jim.mackie@bmcjax.com 904-477-9291Email: Robert.Sefcik@bmcjax.com Executive Director JSMP & CEO / President FASMED 904-202-4332FASMED.com Florida Alliance for Sports Medicine
2023-12-2020 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateEmergency Preparation with Dr. Ray CastleRay Castle, PhD, LAT, ATC, NREMT. Owner & Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Castle is a highly sought-after sports medicine consultant and presenter. Join us for an enlightening conversation on emergency preparation. Dr. Castle has extensive experience as an educator and certified athletic trainer.Show Notes:A 1990 graduate of LSU, Castle has an extensive background in education, clinical practice, and professional service spanning over 32 years. Dr. Castle's clinical practice background has included experiences at the high school, college, and international (1996 Atlanta Olympic Games; USOC Sports Medicine Staff for 2003 Pan American Games; and 2004 U...
2023-11-2935 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateSports Safety with Rod Walters, Walters Consulting, LLCKey Takeaways & Call to Action:· Have an Emergency Action Plan & Rehearse it frequently.· Policies (Why) and procedures (What or process) are important tools to guide and protect you as a professional and those you serve.· “Best Practices are Safe Practices”· Concussions: “Act on what signs and symptoms we see, not just the hard impacts”· Educate and keep learningTo contact Dr. Rod Walters: rodwalters.comRod is an NATA Hall of Fame athletic trainer who was involved in the care and prevention of student-athlete injuries for twent...
2023-11-1523 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateFASMED & Dr. Zach Stinson, Pediatric Orthopedic SurgeonShow Notes:Dr. Zach Stinson, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Nemours Children's Hospitalhttps://youtu.be/msX1HXmUjz0?si=GXACPJDKDApmq6oYAddress: 6535 Nemours Pkwy 5th Floor, Orlando, FL 32827Phone: (407) 650-7715Guest biography & contact informationZachary.Stinson@nemours.org To contact the Youth Sports Safety Update PodcastJAXSMP.com Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program or JSMP3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 502, Jacksonville, FL 32207JSMP website: www.jaxsmp.com
2023-10-1124 minYouth Sports Safety UpdatePediatric Sports Medicine Dr. Jerry BridghamThis episode features a discussion with Dr. Jerry Bridgham, long time Medical Director for Wolfson Children's Hospital. Please welcome today’s guest …….. has distinguished himself as an excellent and thoughtful pediatrician as well as serving as the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director, Physician Outreachfor Wolfson Children’s Hospital. The 2019 recipient of the Folio Weekly Best in Jacksonville Pediatrician. He is a Courtesy Associate Physician with the University of Florida College of Medicine and a graduae of the University of Miami Medical School. He has served as a member of the JSMP Governing board for a number of years. Served as an...
2023-09-2729 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateSafety with upper and lower body injuries, Dr. Chris KoppDr. Chris Kopp PT, DPT, graduated Magna cum Laude from the University of North Florida Physical Therapy program and received his transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy from Arcadia University. He is a board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, certified Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapist and certified in Dry Needling with over 25 years of experience in outpatient orthopedics. Dr. Kopp is an expert clinician for all musculoskeletal conditions including the spine and extremities with a background in sports medicine and is the owner/director of Premier Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation of Jacksonville. Dr. Kopp has worked with amateur and professional athletes alike w...
2023-09-1326 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateThe Matthew Mangine One Shot FoundationShow Notes:Matthew Mangine, Jr. Foundation websitehttps://www.matthewmanginejrfoundation.org/PO Box 30, Union, KY 41091 859-802-2525 contact@matthewmanginejrfoundation.orgYouth Sports Safety Guide is available on their foundation pageThe Biblical definition of Matthew is “gift from God,” so when our first-born Matthew Mangine Junior entered the world on October 13, 2003, his name could not have been more appropriate for us. Right out of the womb Matthew was a happy baby who rarely fussed. Because we were young parents, we believed Matthew was an “old soul” since he was al...
2023-08-3024 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateSports Medicine Safety with Dr. Mark HalsteadMore information in our show notesCONTACT Dr. Mark HalsteadAddressWashington University School of MedicineCampus Box 8233660 Euclid AvenueSaint Louis, MO 63110 https://youtu.be/g1d6Rx2_uAU Video link to hear Dr. Halstead’s story.Dr. Halstead received his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin Medical School in 1998. After completing a residency and chief residency in pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin, he completed a fellowship in nonoperative pediatric and...
2023-08-2436 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateSports Concussion - Special Edition with Bob SefcikA special edition with JSMP Executive Director Bob Sefcik discussing Sports Concussion, the Florida Law as it relates to assessment and safe return to play. Learn what you need to know to be safe.
2021-08-1130 min
OneMontville UnitesOneMontville Unites: Episode 17 Raising Resilient Teens - guest - Andrew Caggiano & Wendy SefcikListen to Michael, Andrew and Wendy as we discuss the OneMontville and Montville Township Police Department event on Raising Resilient Teens. Wendy, Montville Township Parent who lost her son T.J. to suicide speaks about her role in New Jersey, her experience as a parent as well as some of the resources available to families. Andrew talks about why this upcoming event on Wednesday May 19th is so important for our community.The special event on May 19th will be available live via zoom webinar and YouTube live as well as a recorded event on YouTube
2021-05-1628 minYouth Sports Safety UpdateJSMP Introduction Who We Are and What We ProvideThis episode features two seasoned certified athletic trainers, with your host Bob Sefcik, Executive Director of the Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program and Jim Mackie, JSMP Program Development. They discuss JSMP's impact as a non-profit sports safety awareness, advocacy and prevention program in North Florida. This program supports athletic trainers, physicians, healthcare providers as well as parents, athletes, and coaches.
2021-02-2628 min