Chicago Sports Medicine Society Fall 2025 Meeting

Join us at the Chicago Sports Medicine Society Fall 2025 Meeting for a day of learning, networking, and advancing our field together!

About this Event

Welcome to the Chicago Sports Medicine Society Fall 2025 Educational Meeting! Join us in person at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine on Saturday, December 6, 2025 starting at 07:30 AM. This event is a great opportunity to learn from experts in the field, network with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in sports medicine. Don't miss out on this chance to expand your knowledge and skills in a welcoming and engaging environment. We look forward to seeing you there!

Agenda


🕑: 07:30 AM - 08:00 AM
Sign In & Continental Breakfast

🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Chest Pain in the Athlete: Subir Shah, DO

Info: Analysis of diagnosis & pathophysiology of the thoracic area of the body, focusing on athlete-specific facets of treatment & return to play issues.

🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
The Role of Sleep in Sports Medicine: Nathaniel Jones, MD

Info: Recognize the circadian rhythm & how athletes respond to imbalances in the circadian rhythm.

🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Throwing Injuries in Softball Players: Mary Mulcahey, MD

Info: Analysis of the shoulder in the softball pitch, referred to as "Underhand Pitch" (mechanics of the underhand pitch, the grip, windup, body movement, release & follow-through, and subsequent diagnosis, treatment, & return to play) and how prevalent these injuries are.

🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:15 AM
MRI Basics, How to Review Imaging: Douglas Evans, MD

Info: Recognize & analysis the MRI, magnetic field, & radio waves used to create detailed images of the internal organs, tendons, ligaments, soft tissue & bones in the body and the importance of using MRI as a diagnostic tool.

🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Updates on PRP Use in Tendons: Rick Lawley, MD

Info: Analysis of the medical treatment & use of concentrated platelets to accelerate healing & regenerate soft tissue.

🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Advanced Imaging Break Out Sessions

Info: Hands on examination of ultrasound & examples regarding variety of upper & lower extremity injuries.

🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
LUNCH Provided

Info: Lunch will be provided to all attendees

🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM
Ankle Sprain: Ascending Lesion: Ivan Huego, DPT, MO, MTC, MATcs

Info: Discussion of ankle sprain diagnostics, treatment & rehab of ankle injuries and the importance of examining related structure to result in the athlete's optimal return to sport.

🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Spine Pathology in Athletes: Luis Juan Soliz, MD

Info: Recognize the acute & chronic conditions, injuries, treatment, rehab, and optimal return to play issues that many athletes experience.

🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Golf Injuries: Prevention & Exercises "FORE" Recovery: Jaclyn Garcia, PT, DPT

Info: Analysis of the role of a healthy back, elbow, and shoulder fitness play to aid in optimal performance.

🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Running Medicine Myths: Frank Woo & Paul John

Info: Discussion the myths of running and injuries common to runners.

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