Essential Concussion Symptoms Every Youth Athlete Must Know with Sports Medicine Physician Dr. Kiyomi Goto

In this episode of The Care Room, Dr. Cindy speaks with Dr. Kiyomi Goto, a sports medicine physician, about the intricacies of sports medicine, particularly focusing on concussions in young athletes. They discuss the symptoms of concussions, the importance of proper evaluation, and the management of injuries in contact sports. Dr. Goto shares insights from her experience on game days and emphasizes the need for good coaching and technique to prevent injuries. The conversation also touches on the role of athletic trainers and the resources available for evaluating concussions.Dr. Kiyomi Goto is a board-certified family and sports medicine physician dedicated to partnering with her patients to empower them reach their health goals, stay active, and live their best life at every stage.She sees patients with a large medical group in Hawaii and serves as a team physician for a local high school. Find her on Instagram: @drkiyomigoto