Dear Families, On July 2, 2021, I will see my last family and retire from pediatrics. Since I’ve known of my retirement date (about 4 weeks ago), I’ve been informing most of the families I’ve seen, but it hasn’t really affected me until right...
You’ve just crashed and burned with a major injury. You realize this will keep you out of action for a long time or even need surgery. At this very moment, thinking about school, sleep, food and mood aren’t probably high on your list of immediate concerns. In working...
Some sports injuries are rather dramatic such as the athlete who is knocked out or a player who cannot walk due to a broken leg. However, many injuries are not so obvious and there may be uncertainty on what to do or where to go to get evaluated. Check out this post...
Want to get the most out of your next workout? Plan to show up well-rested, well-hydrated, energized and having time for a dynamic warm-up. Read on to learn how to build that practical plan for best pre-workout for teenage athletes to help maximize performance and...
After spending time away from organized activities, there will be an understood eagerness to quickly return to previous levels of practice and competition. That being said, it is best to protect young athletes and performers by realizing that starting with too many or...
Dual board-certified pediatric and sports medicine specialist Dr. Chris Koutures and pediatric specialist Dr. Christopher Lin offer an individualized approach to general pediatric and sports medicine care that enhances the health and knowledge of patients and their families in Orange County, California.
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