Founded as a scientific research tool to help pediatric surgeons with procedures for cerebral palsy, Springbok is now a leading life sciences muscles analytics company driving better health and performance outcomes.
Our technology analyzes MRI data and creates 3D visualizations of muscle health, enhancing the information, assessment, treatment monitoring, research and diagnostic value of MR imaging.
Our rapid imaging sequence and AI-based analysis reveals a complete view of musculoskeletal health, precisely quantifying individual muscle size, left-right asymmetries, and intramuscular fat infiltration, as well as scar tissue, edema, and tendon morphology.
At Springbok Analytics, we’re creating a better view of muscle health.
Scott Magargee is the CEO and a co-founder of Springbok Analytics, overseeing all aspects of the business since joining the company in December 2019. Prior to Springbok, he worked in a number of early-stage ventures in the health tech space, where he led business development and commercialization strategy efforts. Scott also was a co-founder of American Energy Society, the leading professional association dedicated to the advancement of abundant, affordable and safe energy.
Prior to working in the leadership of early-stage ventures, Scott was a partner at a Top 100 law firm in Philadelphia, focusing his practice on government investigations, criminal and civil litigation and regulatory matters. Scott has an AB in history from Princeton University and a JD from the University of Richmond.
Silvia Salinas Blemker, PhD is the Chief Scientific Officer and a co-founder of Springbok Analytics. She is fascinated by skeletal muscle biomechanics and physiology and is well-known in the field for developing novel computational and experimental approaches to study muscle, with applications ranging from muscle disease to athletic performance.
Silvia led the initial scientific research that laid the foundation for the Springbok technology and continues to lead research and development at Springbok. Silvia holds an endowed professorship in the Biomedical Engineering department at the University of Virginia, and she is a fellow of the American Society of Biomechanics and the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineers.
In her initial role with the company, Savannah supported marketing efforts and contributed to our business growth strategy. Over time, her role expanded to encompass overseeing and leading operations.
Prior to joining Springbok, Savannah's journey encompassed a range of experiences, including holding a PhD in neuroscience from VCU School of Medicine. There, her research specialized in glial-neuronal interactions and axonal signaling dysfunction in Multiple Sclerosis. Additionally, she supported university ventures in the commercialization process and consulted for Fortune 500 companies in designing global learning and organizational development programs. These diverse experiences have sparked a passion for commercializing innovative technologies and bridging the gap between scientific knowledge and practical solutions.
Xue Feng, PhD is the Chief Technology Officer at Springbok Analytics and has expertise and a deep technical background in rapid magnetic resonance imaging, medical image processing and artificial intelligence algorithms. Xue has developed the algorithms and assisted in designing the proprietary imaging protocols that are at the core of the Springbok platform. Prior to joining Springbok, he worked at HeartVista as an Application Engineer where he acquired experience in medical software development and the regulatory approval process.
Xue received his PhD in biomedical engineering from University of Virginia and has published multiple peer-reviewed papers on the subjects of novel MRI acquisition and reconstruction methods and AI-based medical image processing.
Matt Brown is the Director of Business Development at Springbok Analytics, helping lead efforts in sales, partnerships, and overall commercialization strategy. He has been involved with a number of early-stage startups in the sports and health tech space where he has developed and executed go-to-market and growth strategies.
As a former college athlete, Matt has a passion for athletics, human performance, and quantified health and wellness. He received his BA from Simpson College where he played both basketball and golf.
Lara Riem, PhD is a biomechanics data scientist at Springbok Analytics. In her role, she supports all aspects of product engineering and development, and assists in the AI software maintenance, integration of scientific principles, and the company’s intellectual property protection strategy as a registered USPTO patent agent. Prior to joining the Springbok team, Lara developed virtual and augmented reality applications related to biomechanical gait performance and 3D visualization of MRI/CT imaged anatomy for interventional planning.
Lara received her PhD in biomedical engineering from the joint Medical College of Wisconsin and Marquette University program. During her PhD, she contributed to research regarding the development of a muscle activated AI powered prosthetics, as well as characterizing gait and balance deficits in people with multiple sclerosis. Lara received her BS from Marquette and her undergraduate degree from Medical College of Wisconsin.
David is the Director of Business Development at Springbok Analytics, Australia - leading the commercialization and expansion of the business into the Australian market.
David holds an advanced business diploma and BA from the University of Sydney. Prior to joining Springbok Analytics, David as Chief Commercial Officer, led a Sydney-based medical device startup where he translated research concepts through to commercialization in Australia and the EU. The products he developed treated patients with advanced cancers.
David is passionate about working with novel technologies and products that assist those with chronic illness. He is excited to join the Springbok Analytics team to help with the Company’s push into muscular dystrophies, human performance and longevity. His interests also lie in sports where he played schoolboy rugby and tennis.
Jeff has over a decade of global brand and marketing leadership experience helping early-stage technology companies to build their brands, scale and grow commercially. He has led the marketing function at startups from early-stage through to exit, running diverse and high-performing teams and establishing category-leading, award-winning brands.
Jeff earned his MBA from the University of Oregon and has helped companies to earn recognition and coverage from leading media outlets, including Fast Company, WIRED, the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and Sports Business Journal.
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Declan Carmichael is a product engineer for Springbok Analytics, having joined the company in May 2023 while based in Melbourne, Australia. His primary responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of the Springbok analytics process, performing necessary quality control measures and customer success services with Australian-based partners. He also supports research and development efforts and ongoing enhancements to the software.
Declan graduated with an Honours degree in Exercise & Sports Science from Australian Catholic University, where he specialized in hamstring strain injury prevention and rehabilitation. Declan also collaborates with one of Springbok’s trusted industry leaders, the Sports Performance, Recovery, Injury and New Technologies (SPRINT) research center.
Ashley Coggins is a Product Analyst for Springbok Analytics. In her role, she oversees the Springbok analytics process, conducts quality control measures, and compiles data reports. She also supports research and development efforts and process optimization.
Ashley received her MS in Rehabilitation Engineering from the University College London, where she specialized in functional electrical stimulation in patients with spinal cord injury. Her work focused on optimizing data collection to extract EMG data alternating with electrical stimulation to better understand the recovery of muscle activity after injury. Ashley has experience in robotic engineering evaluating surgical techniques for knee injury repairs. She’s passionate about using advanced analytics to better understand musculoskeletal conditions and improve patient outcomes.
Eve is a Product Analyst for Springbok Analytics. In her role, she conducts quality control measures, vetting client scans and complies data reports. Eve received her Bachelor's of Science and Master's of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Virginia. For her Master's project, Eve worked with orthopedic surgeons to develop an articulating arthroscopic suturing device to help increase the usage and success rate of arthroscopic meniscus tears from MRI scans, to increase efficiency and decrease patient wait time of diagnosis.
Matthew Cousins is a product engineer for Springbok Analytics, having joined the company in February 2020. His primary responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of the Springbok analytics process, performing necessary quality control measures and customer success services. He also supports research and development efforts and ongoing enhancements to the software.
Matthew graduated with a BS in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Virginia, where he specialized in sports biomechanics and tissue engineering.
Olivia DuCharme is a Data Scientist at Springbok Analytics. In her role, she conducts data analytics and statistical analyses for research and development efforts, manages Springbok’s databases, and provides technical support for product development initiatives. She also supports the Springbok analytics processes and quality control measures.
Olivia received her ME and BS in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Virginia, where she specialized in applied mathematics, musculoskeletal biomechanics, and orthopedic medical device design and development.
Doug Goldstein is the Performance Lead at Springbok Analytics. He has a proven track record of translating data into actionable outputs to drive sales and development efforts. With a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from The University of Colorado, Doug is a board-certified and fellowship-trained professional who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team.
As an advisor to multiple early-stage ventures and a co-founder of a startup himself, Doug is passionate about driving innovation and growth in the entrepreneurial space. As a former two-sport college athlete, Doug understands the importance of human performance and quantifying health and wellness.
Liza received a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Virginia. At UVA, her research focused on computational simulations of peptide hydrogels for tissue engineering, and modeling pelvic floor biomechanics from MRI data. Liza taught other students through tutoring, course assistance and course leadership in engineering.
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Julia is the Operations Manager for Springbok Analytics, her role is to support business growth and marketing strategy efforts.
She received a Bachelors of Art in Art History from Virginia Commonwealth University.
Bryan Heiderscheit, PT, PhD is the Frederick Gaenslen Professor in Orthopedics and Vice-Chair of Research for the Department of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation. He is the founding Director of the UW Health Runners’ Clinic; Director of Badger Athletic Performance with UW Athletics; and Co-director of the UW Neuromuscular Biomechanics Laboratory.
Dr. Heiderscheit’s research is aimed at understanding and enhancing the clinical management of orthopedic conditions, with particular focus on sports-related injuries. Support for his research includes the NIH, NFL, NBA and GE Healthcare.]Dr. Heiderscheit is a Senior Editor for the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy and serves on the editorial board for Orthopaedics Today. He is a fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association, and past member of the executive board of the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy. He is a member of the NFL Soft Tissue Injury Task Force.
John Kapp is the Quality Manager at Springbok Analytics, leading the development and maintenance of the Quality Management System, Regulatory Affairs, and Information Security policies. Prior to joining Springbok, he held quality roles in a variety of healthcare technologies from implantable orthopedics to surgical instrumentation and medical packaging materials.
John completed his BS in Mechanical Engineering at Fairfield University and has earned multiple industry certifications.
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Sumin Lee serves as a Software Engineer at Springbok Analytics, contributing to the full-stack development of the Springbok web application. Leveraging a robust technical and analytical skill set, he plays an essential role in creating new features and enhancing the platform's functionality.
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Jacob Morris is a product analyst for Springbok Analytics – vetting client scans, conducting quality control measures, and aiding in all steps of the Springbok analytics process. He also supports research and development efforts and iterative updates to Springbok technology.
Jacob graduated with a Bachelor's of Science and Master's of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Virginia, where he specialized in injury biomechanics, Achilles tendon physiology, and implantable devices.
Anthony Nguyen is the software engineer at Springbok Analytics, having joined the company in June 2018. With a strong technical background, he leads the full-stack development of the Springbok web application and has primary responsibility for ongoing enhancements to the platform. He also supports other aspects of the business, including in the analytics services and digital content creation.
Mia Pedersen is a Product Analyst for Springbok Analytics, based in Melbourne, Australia. Her primary responsibilities include conducting quality control measures, vetting client scans and liaising with Australian-based clients.
Mia graduated with an Honours degree in Exercise and Sports Science from Australian Catholic University where she specialized in menstrual cycle monitoring via wearable devices in female athlete cohorts.
Megan Pinette is a Product Engineer at Springbok Analytics. She oversees the research and development of the Full Body product as well as supporting the product team.
Megan received a BS in Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute with a concentration in biomechanics. She has a clinical and preclinical research background in ACL injury, osteoarthritis and spinal cord injury.
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Brodi Sabiston, MBA, MSF, is the Sales Operations Manager at Springbok Analytics, overseeing all sales and strategic business operations with a focus on process optimization and efficiency. Before joining Springbok, Brodi specialized in client success and strategic development across key industries, including healthcare, tech, and higher education within the SaaS space.
Brodi earned both his MBA and Master of Science in Finance degrees from the University of Oregon, where he served as MBA Student Association President and was nominated as the class of 2024 Outstanding MBA Student. His graduate academic focus included Sports Business and Advanced Strategic Leadership. He also holds a Bachelor's in Business Administration from William Jewell College, where he competed as an NCAA collegiate soccer player.
Trinity Tedtsen in a Product Analyst at Springbok Analytics. In her role, she conducts quality control measures, vetting client scans, and assists the delivery team.
Trinity graduated with a BS in Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute with concentrations in biomaterials/tissue engineering and biomechanics. She has a clinical and preclinical background in bone health research in relation to diabetes, osteoporosis, and spinal cord injury.
Faisal specializes in Full Stack Development. He graduated from Purdue University with a Master's Degree in Computer Science, with a focus in Software Engineering and Machine Learning. Faisal has supported several startups with software engineering and product development.
In addition to his work, Faisal is passionate about fitness and enjoys biking and running in his free time. Faisal was born in Mumbai, India, and grew up in Pune, where he developed an early interest in computer science. With his technical skills and dedication to learning, Faisal is committed to delivering high-quality results.
Andy Galpin is a tenured full Professor at California State University, Fullerton. He is the Co-Director of the Center for Sport Performance and Founder/Director of the Biochemistry and Molecular Exercise Physiology Laboratory. He is a Human Performance scientist with a PhD in Human Bioenergetics and over 100 peer-reviewed publications and presentations. Dr. Galpin has worked with elite athletes (including All-Star, All-Pro, MVP, Cy Young, Olympic Gold medalists, Major winners) across the UFC, MLB, NBA, PGA, NFL, Boxing, Olympics, and Military/Special Forces, and more. He is also a Co-founder of Vitality Blueprint, Absolute Rest, BioMolecular Athlete, and RAPID Health & Performance.
Dr. Robin West is a board-certified orthopaedic and sports medicine surgeon. She joined Inova Medical Group in 2014 and has over 20 years of clinical experience. As President of Inova’s Musculoskeletal Service Line and Chairman of Inova Sports Medicine, West directs the clinical, strategic, administrative and academic affairs of the world class, comprehensive program. She currently serves as the Lead Team Physician for the Washington Nationals and the Head Team Physician for the Washington Football Team. West previously served as a team physician for the Pittsburgh Steelers, University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University. She is an Associate Professor at Georgetown University Medical Center, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, and an Adjunct Associate Professor at Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences.
West serves or has served on the board of directors NFL Team Physicians’ Society, the NFL Combine Medical Committee, the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) and also serves on the editorial board Orthopaedics Today. She is an active member in the NFL and MLB Physician’s societies, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), and AOSSM.
A native of Southern California, Dr. West resides in Northern Virginia with her husband, two daughters, and two dogs.
Dr. Jennifer Hill is a highly respected radiologist with over two decades of experience in medical imaging, specializing in neuroimaging including advanced MRI of the spine. As President of Renaissance Imaging Medical Associates, she has been a driving force in enhancing the clinical utility of imaging technologies, including MRI, across various applications.
After graduating from Stanford University with a B.S. in bioengineering, Dr. Hill joined a start-up medical device company, where she was part of the research and development team. While there, she designed and developed devices for use in interventional neuroradiology procedures. Her technical experience in the field of neurointerventional radiology led her to pursue a degree in medicine. She attended medical school at UCLA, where she graduated in the top 10% and was elected a member of the AOA Honorary Society. She then continued at UCLA for her radiology residency and additional fellowship training in neuroradiology.
Throughout her career, Dr. Hill has focused on improving diagnostic accuracy and advanced techniques in neuroimaging. Her research, funded by the NIH and the Radiological Society of North America, has contributed to imaging innovations for plaque characterization and stroke management. Dr. Hill is also experienced in performing spine procedures including vertebral body augmentation for spinal fractures.
In addition to her clinical expertise, Dr. Hill has demonstrated strong business leadership, guiding multidisciplinary teams and driving operational growth within large imaging practices. She serves as a trusted advisor in the field of imaging, helping organizations improve clinical outcomes through advanced MRI applications.
Hill is an active member of the Radiological Society of North America and senior member of the American Society of Neuroradiology. Having played competitive soccer and serving as the captain of the Division I Women’s Soccer team while at Stanford, she remains an active fan of the US Women’s National Soccer Team and has transitioned into weekend warrior.
Craig Purdam was the Head of Physical Therapies at the Australian Institute of Sport for 35 years and the Deputy Director of Athlete Services for 3 years. He has worked as a clinician for elite sport for over 40 years and has been a physiotherapist to five Olympic Games (1984-2000) and a longstanding physiotherapist to the Australian National Men’s Basketball team over that period. He has worked with the Australia national track and field, rowing and swimming teams along with AFL football.
Craig was awarded the Australian Sports medal in 2000. In 2009 he was appointed as adjunct Professor to the University of Canberra and La Trobe University in 2018.
Dr. Answorth A. Allen is an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery, specializing in shoulder, knee, and elbow surgery, and a Professor of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. Dr. Allen is a team orthopedist for the New York Knicks basketball team and a former team physician for the New York Mets. In addition, Dr. Allen is an orthopedic consultant for the West Indies Cricket Board of Control. He is the former team physician for the Long Island Rough Riders soccer team.
Additionally, he was an assistant team physician for both the New York Saints lacrosse team and the New York State Racing Association. At one time, he was also a staff physician for the New York State Athletic Commission and the Hunter Mountain Ski Sports Center. While in Pittsburgh, he was assistant team physician for the University of Pittsburgh and assistant company physician for the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. He is the author of over 150 articles and book chapters on shoulder, knee, and elbow problems.
Dr. Andrew J. Sheean is a board certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon that is passionate about caring for musculoskeletal injuries, particularly among tactical athletes. He specializes in sports medicine and complex surgical reconstruction of the shoulder, elbow, and knee. He received his Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and medical degree from Rush Medical College. For three years, he served as a United States Air Force Flight Surgeon before beginning his surgical training at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium (SAUSHEC) Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program. Upon completing his residency training, Dr. Sheean completed an additional year of fellowship training in orthopaedic sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh. He is an Associate Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University and currently practices orthopaedic surgery in San Antonio, Texas.
Dr. Sheean has co-authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers and book chapters. His research interests and the priorities of his lab are acutely focused on maximizing warfighter lethality and tactical athletes’ medical readiness. The REACTOR (REsearch for ACcelerated Therapeutics and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation) Lab. The REACTOR Lab approaches this overarching priority through an emphasis on: 1. The study of the non-operative management of musculoskeletal injuries, 2. Cutting edge basic science investigations focused on accelerating healing and decreasing the rates of re-injury following surgical interventions, and 3. Clinical trials devoted towards optimizing post-operative rehabilitation. Dr. Sheean’s research efforts have been supported by a number of intramural and extramural grants, including the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program, the prestigious American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) Sandy Kirkley Clinical Trial Award and a Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) Research Award.
Dr. Sheean is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and maintains active memberships in the AOSSM, AANA, and the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES.) He regularly reviews for the American Journal of Sports Medicine (AJSM) and the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (JSES.) He currently is a member of the Editorial Board for Sports Health: A Multidisciplinary Approach, and since 2021, he has served as an Associate Editor for Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery.
Dr. Asheesh Bedi is the Director of Sports Medicine and Joint Preservation at the NorthShore Orthopedic and Spine Institute. He is an Adjunct Professor of Sports Medicine and Hip Preservation at the Hospital for Special Surgery/Weill Cornell Medical Center. He is also the head orthopedic consultant for National Basketball Players’ Associations (NBPA), a consultant for the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA), and specializes in both arthroscopic and open surgery for athletic injuries of the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee. He is a supporting NFL team physician under the leadership of Dr. Mark Bowen, the Head Team Physician for the Chicago Bears.
Asheesh is the former Chief of Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery and was a Professor at the University of Michigan from 2009 to 2022. He was the Head Orthopedic Team Physician for University of Michigan Athletics, and was the former Head Orthopedic Team Physician and Medical Director for the Detroit Lions (2017-2020).
Dr. Bedi completed his undergraduate training at Northwestern University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. He graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School with AOA recognition, and remained in Ann Arbor to pursue residency training in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Michigan. After completing his training, Dr. Bedi completed a two-year fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery and Weill Cornell Medical College in New York.
He has also pursued additional dedicated training in arthroscopic hip surgery for young athletes. Dr. Bedi has authored over 350 articles, chapters, and peer-reviewed publications on shoulder, elbow, knee, and hip injuries in athletes. He has won numerous prestigious awards in the field, including the ASES Neer Award, AOSSM Cabaud and Excellence in Research Awards, and is a member of the Herodicus Society.
Johnny Owens BS, MPT is CEO and Director of Clinical Research & Education for Owens Recovery Science an Inc 500 company. He is the former Chief of Human Performance Optimization at the Center for the Intrepid at San Antonio Military Medical Center. He did his undergraduate course work in Biology at The University of Texas at Austin and earned his Masters in Physical Therapy at The University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston.
He manages lower extremity trauma and complex foot and ankle injuries of patients returning from the combat zone. He developed the Return to Run Clinical Pathway which focuses on returning service members who have suffered trauma back to high level activity and most recently the application of a novel technique, blood flow restriction training to help restore strength after injuries.
He has numerous multi-center research projects involving regenerative medicine, sports medicine and rehabilitation of the combat casualty. He is also a clinical and research consultant to multiple professional and collegiate teams. His work has been featured on NPR, Time Magazine, ESPN and 60-minutes.
Dr. Marc Rothermich is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at the Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center in Birmingham, AL. He currently serves as team physician for the UFL’s Birmingham Stallions, Birmingham Squadron of the NBA G-League and several high schools in the region. He previously provided on-site medical coverage for Troy University football, SEC Baseball Tournament, Birmingham Barons, and Birmingham Ballet. Prior to joining Andrews Sports Medicine, Dr. Rothermich was affiliated with South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, during which time he served as a consultant for the New York Mets as well as the team physician for various local organizations and high schools.
With a focus on general orthopaedic surgery and advanced sports medicine techniques, Dr. Rothermich is particularly passionate about elbow reconstruction in overhead athletes, rotator cuff repairs, complex knee surgery, and total joint replacement. Committed to a personalized approach, he believes in a shared decision-making process for optimal outcomes, catering to patients ranging from recreational enthusiasts to elite athletes.
Dr. Rothermich received his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame, his medical degree from the University of Virginia, and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. He further honed his expertise through fellowship training in sports medicine at the American Sports Medicine Institute and Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center in Birmingham, Alabama. He is a member of AAOS and AOSSM and reviews grant applications for OREF and is a peer reviewer for multiple orthopedic journals. Dr. Rothermich has presented nationally, and his research is published in several peer-reviewed medical journals and textbooks.
Dr. Michael Ryan is an orthopaedic surgeon with specialized training in sports medicine surgery of the shoulder and knee, hip preservation surgery, and anterior hip and knee replacements at Prevea Health in Green Bay, WI. He also serves as team physician for the Green Bay Packers. Before joining Prevea, Dr. Ryan practiced at the Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center in Birmingham, AL, where he was a founding member of The Hip Center. While at Andrews, he also led medical teams for the NBA G-League Birmingham Squadron, Samford University, and various high schools.
Dr. Ryan's dedication extends beyond clinical practice, with notable research contributions in sports medicine and hip preservation. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame and Georgetown School of Medicine, he completed orthopaedic residency at New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases and fellowships in sports medicine at the American Sports Medicine Institute and hip preservation in Bern, Switzerland.
Outside of work, Dr. Ryan serves as the medical officer for Athletes Without Limits and embraces an active lifestyle, participating in athletic competitions globally. He is passionate about longevity and taking a holistic approach to healthcare.
Entering his seventh season, Chip Schaefer returned to Chicago for a second stint with the team during the 2016-2017 season and enters his 31st season in the NBA, during which time he has contributed to 11 NBA Championship teams (six with Chicago, five with the Los Angeles Lakers). Previously, he spent the 2013-16 seasons with the Sacramento Kings as the team’s Director of Sports Science.
Following his first term in Chicago as the head athletic trainer, he worked for 13 seasons with the Lakers (1986-87, 1999-2011), and in his last seven seasons in Los Angeles, he was the team’s Director of Athletic Performance/Player Development. While at the Lakers, he oversaw the transition of the team’s young players into the NBA, as well as their professional development.
In addition to his time in NBA, Schaefer spent two years as Head Trainer for the U.S. Men’s Ski Team (1984-86), Loyola Marymount for three years(1987-1990), and worked on staff at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic (2011-2013).He was the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Performance at UC Santa Barbara, served as the Head Athletic Trainer at Pete Newell’s Big Man Camp, and the California Summer Pro Basketball League. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education and Sports Medicine from the University of Utah, a Master of Arts in Counseling from Loyola Marymount University, and a Doctorate in Health Science from A.T.
Schaefer is a certified athletic trainer and a certified strength and conditioning specialist. He is recognized by the National Academy of Sports Medicine(NASM) as a specialist in performance enhancement, corrective exercise and fitness nutrition. A native of Deerfield, III., Schaefer and his wife, Andra, have a son, Alec, and a daughter, Emily.
Dustin is an active clinician researcher in preventive medicine in elite athletes, and completed his PhD on the topic under Professor Roald Bahr at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences.
His academic accomplishments include serving as the lead USA representative for an IOC Research Centre, serving as a Senior Associate Editor of the British Journal of Sports Medicine, and being honored with Fellow status by the American College of Sports Medicine.
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