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EPISODE · Feb 20, 2026 · 27 MIN

Dr. Tim Kremchek- Medical Director for The Cincinnati Reds

from DocTalks · host Nick Rohlfs

For nearly 30 years, Dr. Tim Kremchek has served as an orthopaedic surgeon and Medical Director for the Cincinnati Reds, caring for elite athletes at the highest level of professional baseball. In this episode of Doc Talks, we reflect on three decades inside Major League Baseball and explore how sports medicine has evolved over time.We discuss the rise of Tommy John surgery, why arm injuries continue to increase despite medical advances, how professional athletes have changed physically and mentally, and what truly builds long-term durability. Dr. Kremchek also shares insights on earning trust with high-profile athletes and what young clinicians should understand about leadership in sports medicine.This conversation blends experience, perspective, and practical lessons from the front lines of professional sport.

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