Dr. Jim Borchers is the President and CEO of the U.S. Council for Athletes’ Health (USCAH) and the Chief Medical Officer for the Big Ten Conference. With nearly two decades as a team physician for Ohio State football and seven years as head team physician for the entire athletic department, Dr. Borchers is a leading advocate for athlete health and safety.

USCAH partners with 300+ universities, 20+ conferences, and numerous high schools and youth sports organizations to ensure athlete well-being remains a top priority. By providing education, policy development, and risk management strategies, USCAH is shaping the future of sports healthcare.

Chapters:02:39 - The Evolution of Athletic Healthcare
06:30 - Role of the Chief Medical Officer in Sports
07:10 - US Council for Athletes’ Health: Mission and Impact
09:03 - Health and Safety Issues in Sports
11:58 - Continuity in Athletic Healthcare Across Levels

Akshat Prakash:

🏠 Website: https://uscah.com/

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-borchers-md/

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🏠 Website: https://profluence.com

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#217: Dr. Jim Borchers, USCAH - Prioritizing Athlete Health & Safety