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Back to EpisodesNRL Concussion and Head Injury Assessment Process with Former Melbourne Storm Chief Medical Officer Dr Jason Chan (Re-Release From December 2024)
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**This Episode is a Re-Release from Late 2024, information may have change since recording**
Welcome back to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast. Today, we are privileged to have Dr. Jason Chan join us. Dr. Chan recently retired after a distinguished 10-year tenure as the Chief Medical Officer for the Melbourne Storm, where he oversaw the medical management of the team during an era marked by remarkable success. Under his leadership, the Storm appeared in five grand finals, securing two premierships and five minor premierships. Dr. Chan’s tenure also included overseeing nine preliminary finals and managing a total of 249 games. Despite his retirement from the role, he continues to contribute to the club as a medical consultant.
Dr. Chan holds the distinction of being the longest-serving Chief Medical Officer in the history of the Melbourne Storm. Beyond his role with the Storm, he has applied his expertise in various high-profile positions, including with the Queensland State of Origin team, the NRL Māori All Stars, and the Sunshine Coast Lightning Netball team, among others. He is also the founder of the Surgical Assistants Group of Victoria.
With over 28 years of experience across multiple specialties, including general practice, orthopaedics, and general surgery, Dr. Chan is widely recognized as a highly regarded medical professional within the sporting and medical communities. His diverse experience and contributions to the field make him an invaluable asset in the areas of sports medicine and team health management.
01:34 - Background and the Role of Chief Medical Officer
05:47 - What Happens with An Athlete in Pre-Season & Baseline Testing
12:23 - Time to conduct a HIA and Make a Clinical Decision on Game Day
20:00 - Player Repour on Concussion Diagnosis
23:00 - HIA’s and Recovery Process of Concussion
27:20 - Perceptions of the Media
30:35 - Multifaceted Aspects of Culture and Public Acceptance of Concussion
38:17 - Over Arching Message
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