Welcome to the fifth episode of Health Science Coach, a guide to your healthcare career. Today we take a look into the life of a Sports Medicine Physical Therapist  
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Dr. Michael Denning D.PT -  Physical Therapist - Sports Medicine Center at Children’s Mercy    
Kansas State University - Batchelor of Science in Athletic Training; 
Wichita State University - Doctorate of Physical Therapy

"Don't quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion." Powerful words from Muhammad Ali that I believe ring true for every person looking to succeed. As a physical therapist, I enjoy helping people to put in the hard work of recovery so that they may continue on their journey of becoming a champion. 
Megan's Story: https://www.childrensmercy.org/departments-and-clinics/orthopedics/sports-medicine/megans-story/
Children’s Mercy is the best in the game when it comes to pediatric sports medicine. In our nationally ranked Sports Medicine Center, we help student-athletes maintain and increase strength and speed through performance conditioning. When injuries occur, we have the specialized care your student-athlete needs to maximize their healing potential and get back to the competition they love.
Strengthening student-athletes: mind, body and spirit
Our sports medicine team knows that student-athletes’ bodies are still developing. They need a care plan tailored to their specific circumstances, not a one-size-fits-all approach. We bring together board-certified sports medicine physicians, nurses, athletic trainers, nutritionists and physical therapists who all have a passion for helping student-athletes reach their peak performance.
We also understand that your student-athlete is more than just a position on a team. They are integrating the demands of their sport alongside their academic, family and social commitments. Sometimes, the pressure is intense, especially when an injury means unexpected time on the sidelines.
Our social work and mental health professionals care for your child as a whole person and help them stay positive and focused during their rehabilitation and recovery.