University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center Provides Sideline Medical Support at High School Football Games
Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation team members from The University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC) are volunteering their time to provide medical support at high school football games in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, and surrounding areas. SRMC orthopaedic surgeon Christopher Shultz, MD, is a key figure in this initiative, spending his Friday nights on the sidelines to identify and address player injuries. The team collaborates with athletic trainers and emergency medical services personnel to offer comprehensive medical assistance, including concussion monitoring, diagnosis, assessment, and recommendations for return to play. This service extends beyond immediate care, as the SRMC team also helps student-athletes and their families navigate the healthcare system for follow-up appointments and rehabilitation. An example cited is a player who sustained an injury during a game at V. Sue Cleveland High School, whose mother expressed relief and gratitude for Dr. Shultz's prompt and thorough care, w...
