In this episode of Cogent Conversations, Dr. Shelly Weinstein welcomes Dr. Nailah Coleman, a board-certified pediatrician and sports medicine specialist based in Washington, D.C. Dr. Coleman shares insights from her wide-ranging career spanning clinical practice, sports medicine leadership, and health equity advocacy.

The discussion explores her roles with the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Sports Medicine, her work with underserved youth athletes, and her leadership in major endurance events. Together, they discuss the evolving field of pediatric sports medicine, strategies for community-based athlete care, and the importance of diversity and inclusion in advancing the next generation of sports clinicians.