#217: Dr. Jim Borchers, USCAH - Prioritizing Athlete Health & Safety

Dr. Jim Borchers is the President and CEO of the U.S. Council for Athletes’ Health (USCAH) and the Chief Medical Officer for the Big Ten Conference. With nearly two decades as a team physician for Ohio State football and seven years as head team physician for the entire athletic department, Dr. Borchers is a leading advocate for athlete health and safety. USCAH partners with 300+ universities, 20+ conferences, and numerous high schools and youth sports organizations to ensure athlete well-being remains a top priority. By providing education, policy development, and risk management strategies, USCAH is shaping the future of sports healthcare. Chapters:02:39 - The Evolution of Athletic Healthcare 06:30 - Role of the Chief Medical Officer in Sports 07:10 - US Council for Athletes’ Health: Mission and Impact 09:03 - Health and Safety Issues in Sports 11:58 - Continuity in Athletic Healthcare Across Levels Akshat Prakash: 🏠 Website: https://uscah.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-borchers-md/ Andrew Petcash: 🏠 Website: https://profluence.com 🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewpetcash 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewpetcash/ Thanks for listening! Hit the “subscribe” button to stay updated on new podcasts.