Episode 12: William Meehan, MD, Boston Children's Hospital

06/14/23 • 35 min

Concussion Headliners: Behind the Scenes with the Experts, Hosted by Steve Broglio

Growing up with 17 cousins and many neighborhood children, Dr. Meehan's childhood was filled with cherished moments. Known as the "bad boy" in his high school days, Bill's passion lay in the realm of theater and sports. But what changed? What inspired him to pursue a medical degree at Harvard Medical School and embark on a professional journey in sports medicine? Make sure you catch this episode, especially if you share fond memories of playing "ghost in the graveyard" as a child, and have a love for outdoor adventures like Dr. Meehan!

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Episode 11: Darren E. Campbell, MD, Brigham Young University

To commemorate Memorial Day, we are featuring Dr. Darren Campbell, current head team physician at BYU. Dr. Campbell has a rich background in military service, having spent numerous years caring for members of the armed forces before returning to his alma mater. In this episode, he shared his childhood memory of growing up in Utah with 6 siblings, and his first job working in a construction company carrying bricks and mud. He also spoke about his experience in various international locations, including Taiwan, Korea, Hawaii, and Afghanistan. As we observe Memorial Day in various ways, tune in to hear how Dr. Campbell's military days instilled in him values of respect, love, and camaraderie, which continue to shape his character to this day.