Evolution of Prevention of Head Injuries in Athletes | Amber S. Gordon, MD

Dr. Amber Gordon, a renowned neurosurgeon with years of experience on the front lines of brain injury treatment, joins orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta for a powerful conversation that redefines how we think about concussion prevention. Together, they challenge long-standing myths about head trauma in sports and dive deep into the science of brain health—highlighting what parents, coaches, and athletes need to know now more than ever. Key Topics: 1. Understanding Concussions - What happens to the brain during impact - Common symptoms and signs - Differences in concussion effects by age 2. Sports Safety and Prevention - Emerging helmet technologies - Role of coaches and parents in injury prevention - Importance of early detection and reporting 3. Female Perspectives in Neurosurgery - Challenges of being a female neurosurgeon - Balancing professional expertise with personal parenting - Encouraging women in male-dominated medical fields 4. Future of Head Injury Management - Sensor technology in helmets - Evolving treatment protocols - Long-term brain health strategies Follow Dr. Amber Gordan Instagram @BamaBrainDoc If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Thursday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @dr.pamelamehta,⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out Dr. Mehta’s YouTube channel, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Resilience Orthopedics. Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode!  This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network! Learn more about Pinnacle at learnatpinnacle.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices