Love What You Play

Dr. Tommy Gerschman received his MD from the University of British Columbia and is a practicing Pediatric Rheumatologist (FRCPC). He is the Chair of the Doctors of BC Athletics and Recreation Committee and is the former Medical Director at Fortius Sport & Health. He works with a wide range of children, including recreational and elite athletes (and dancers). He also enjoys promoting physical activity and sport involvement for children with chronic diseases, such as Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. Table of Contents 0:00 - Introduction 6:38 - Arthritis symptoms 8:00 - COVID and rheumatology 14:40 - Youth sport injuries 18:17 - Burnout 26:53 - Growth spurts and injuries 35:07 - Bio-banding 45:30 - Returning after COVID 52:58 - Concussions 1:01:14 - Outro The interview featured on this episode of the Love What You Play podcast originally debuted on the For the Love of the Game Summer Virtual Summit 2020. To learn more about our upcoming summits and events with featured speakers, head to forthelove