Reflections from a Team Physician with the USA Rugby Men’s National Team
I recently returned from the fall tour serving as the team physician for the USA Rugby Men’s National Team for the Autumn Nations Series, and as I reflect on the experience, one word continues to stand out intentionality.
Shoulder arthritis and severe rotator cuff damage can lead to chronic pain and limited mobility. In this Q&A, ONS sports medicine and shoulder surgeon Dr. Marc Kowalsky discusses how modern shoulder replacement techniques—both anatomic and reverse—are restoring function, relieving pain, and helping patients return to the activities they enjoy.
I have served as a team physician for USA Rugby since 2013, traveling once or twice a year with the team during their tours domestically and internationally for test match competition. I view each tour as an opportunity to learn about how an international governing body in sports and a national team care for their athletes.
Elizabeth describes herself as an outdoor junkie, eager to tackle activities like trail running, rock climbing, horseback riding, alpine touring, competitive sailing, and more. According to Elizabeth, the outdoors are where she finds peace, joy, restoration, and a whole lot of fun.
