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Athletic Trainer
Working closely with
the physicians and the clinical team, John provides
expert injury evaluation to Midwest Orthopaedics at
Rush Sports Medicine patients. His ability to
effectively assist in the care of injured athletes
is a key part of the success of the program.
John has practiced with Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
for over 20 years. His considerable experience as an
athletic trainer extends beyond the clinical
setting, however. For nine seasons, John served as
an athletic trainer for the National Basketball
Association's Chicago Pre-Draft Camps. He also
served as an Athletic Trainer for the Chicago Breeze
professional women's volleyball team and as the Head
Athletic Trainer of the University of
Illinois-Chicago Men's Basketball program.
Clinical
Responsibilities
- Performs patient histories
and physical examinations
- Dictates progress notes
- Handles patient phone calls
- Orders prescriptions per
physician's orders
- Communicates with worker's
compensation administrators
- Develops home exercise
instructions for patients
- Develops patient educational
programs
- Performs
functional/performance testing
- Instructs medical students,
residents, and fellows on physical therapy
techniques
- Coordinates and participates
in research efforts
Education
University of
Illinois-Chicago
- Master of Science, Exercise
Science/Physiology, 1989
- Bachelor of Science, Physical
Education, 1985
Professional
Certifications and Licenses
- Licensed Athletic Trainer,
State of Illinois
- Certified Teacher, State of
Illinois (K-12)
- American Red Cross First Aid
- American Heart Association
CPR/AED/Professional Rescuer
Professional
Memberships
- National Athletic Trainers
Association
- Illinois Athletic Trainers
Association
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