DARIUS GRAEFF
Bangor,ME
Summary
Dedicated Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician with a focus on non-operative sports medicine and a passion for delivering compassionate and comprehensive care to patients. Known for patient advocacy, strong patient relationships, and providing personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs. Adept at efficiently managing diverse caseloads while maintaining meticulous organization and attention to detail. Focused on patient outcomes, identifying barriers and limitations to care, as well as strengths to capitalize on while creating care plans. Committed to staying current with the latest advancements in sports medicine to optimize patient outcomes. A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills, striving to empower patients in achieving their health and wellness goals by creating manageable and intuitive stepwise approaches to recovery. Proficient at breaking down medical jargon and complicated disease pathology in simplistic terms to promote understanding of cause, and encourage preventative care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sports Medicine Physician
Northern Light Health
11.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients
- Worked closely among orthopedic physicians within a multi-specialty practice to address the non-operative musculoskeletal pathology in patients
- Pillaged background in ultrasound to provide diagnostic value for acute surgical planning and optimize placement and outcome of therapeutic injections including hyaluronic acid gel injections, cortisone, nerve hydrodissection, and trigger point injections
- Maintained up to date information and provided education to patients regarding orthobiologics and new developments in the field of Sports Medicine
- Conducted thorough physical examinations for accurate diagnosis, leading to effective treatment strategies
- Collaborated with athletic trainers and local physical therapists, and provided in person instruction for appropriate exercises to address underlying weakness/pain for patients
Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
Providence Medical Group
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Provided comprehensive primary care services (excluding OB) with a focus on sports medicine and gender affirming care in outpatient setting
- Represented Providence Sports Medicine by discussing Summer Safety Tips LIVE with KATU news
- Participated in local high school football, wrestling, and field day event coverage
- Performed procedures such as joint injections, ultrasound-guided injections and diagnostic ultrasound, as well as minor office-based procedures to manage musculoskeletal conditions effectively
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including physical therapists, athletic trainers, and orthopedic specialists, to optimize patient care and outcomes
- Stayed current with advances in sports medicine research and evidence-based practices through continuing medical education and participation in professional organizations
Hospitalist
Providence Medical Group
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Coordinated patients' admissions and discharges, working closely with family members and case managers to line up any additional care needs.
- Reduced readmission rates thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Upheld ethical standards in practice by maintaining confidentiality and respecting the autonomy of patients and their families in decision-making processes.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive and individualized care plans.
Ringside Physician
Oregon State Police
05.2023 - Current
- Experience providing medical coverage and emergency care as ringside physician for MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Muay Thai, and kickboxing events
- Proficient in assessing and managing injuries commonly associated with combat sports, including cuts, concussions, fractures, and soft tissue injuries
- Skilled in conducting pre-fight medical assessments and screenings to ensure fighters are fit to compete, including assessing cardiovascular health, neurological function, and musculoskeletal integrity
- Familiarity with rules and regulations governing combat sports, including understanding weight class restrictions, prohibited substances, and medical suspension protocols
- Collaborate effectively with event organizers, referees, judges, and other medical personnel to ensure safety and well-being of fighters throughout event
- Provide immediate medical intervention and stabilization in the event of an injury or medical emergency inside ring or cage
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation for all fighters, documenting injuries sustained during competition and providing post-fight medical evaluations and recommendations for follow-up care
- Possess certifications such as Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), and Sports Medicine certifications to ensure readiness to handle medical emergencies in the high-stress environment of combat sports events
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in high-pressure situations, to effectively communicate with fighters, coaches, and event officials regarding medical issues and concerns
Medical Director
USA Weightlifting
05.2023 - Current
- Served as Medical Director for multiple weightlifting competitions, overseeing medical operations and ensuring safety and well-being of athletes and spectators
- Developed comprehensive medical protocols and emergency action plans specific to weightlifting events, including injury prevention strategies, medical evaluation criteria, and emergency medical response procedures
- Collaborated with event organizers, referees, coaches, and medical personnel to coordinate medical coverage and resources
- Provided on-site medical care and triage services during competition
- Coordinated medical referrals and follow-up care for athletes requiring further evaluation or treatment beyond scope of on-site medical services
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for all medical encounters and incidents occurring during competition, including injury reports, treatment logs, and medication administration records
- Stayed informed about latest developments in sports medicine and weightlifting-specific medical research, incorporating evidence-based practices into medical protocols and guidelines
- Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, providing clear guidance and direction to medical staff and volunteers during high-pressure situations and medical emergencies at weightlifting competitions
Head Team Physician
Team USA Weightlifting (Junior)
11.2021 - 11.2021
- Served as Head Team Physician for Team USA Junior Weightlifting at the prestigious Pan American Games, overseeing all medical aspects of athlete care and safety during event
- Provided comprehensive medical coverage and support for Team USA Junior Weightlifting athletes throughout Pan American Games competition, ensuring optimal performance and injury prevention
- Implemented evidence-based sports medicine practices and protocols to manage injuries and medical emergencies during Pan American Games event, including acute injuries, overuse injuries, and medical conditions
- Provided immediate medical care and triage services on-site during competitions, including injury assessment, treatment, and referral to appropriate medical facilities when necessary
- Coordinated with international medical staff, event organizers, and governing bodies to ensure compliance with medical regulations and standards for international weightlifting competitions
- Maintained detailed medical records and documentation for all athletes
- Demonstrated leadership and professionalism as primary medical authority for Team USA Junior Weightlifting at Pan American Games, fostering a culture of health, safety, and excellence among athletes and support staff
Head Team Physician
Team USA Weightlifting (Youth)
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Led medical support for Team USA Weightlifting youth athletes at international competition, ensuring athlete safety and optimal performance
- Provided immediate medical care during competitions, managing injuries and emergencies
- Coordinated with international medical staff and event organizers to uphold medical standards
- Maintained comprehensive medical records and facilitated athlete rehabilitation as needed
- Documented post-competition analysis, noting areas of strengths and weakness, and room for improvement for following competitions in terms of locale, equipment needs, overall athlete and participant safety, etc.
Team Physician
Knoxville Ice Bears, Southern Professional Hockey League
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Under direct and indirect supervision throughout Sports Medicine Fellowship year, performed screening physicals, addressed musculoskeletal and family medicine concerns in training room for team members of Knoxville Ice Bears
- Provided Medical coverage for over 30 SPHL games from 2021-2022 for The Knoxville Ice Bears and opposing teams at home events
- Assisted athletic trainer in injury management including athletic taping, Kinesio Taping, Astym, massage, osteopathic manipulative treatments, and physical therapy for team members
- Advised and tailored physical therapy protocols for team members based on their specific injuries
Education
Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship -
University of Tennessee
06.2022
Family Medicine Residency -
Northwell Plainview Hospital
06.2021
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) -
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
05.2018
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biochemistry -
University At Albany
05.2014
Skills
- Diagnostic Ultrasound
- Ringside Physician
- Experience with providing medical care at large-scale events
- Fracture Management
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
Teaching Tutoring Experience
Associate Professor, Wilderness Medicine Course by University of Utah, Chamonix, France 07/01/2024-07/14/2024.
- Worked closely with professionals in Wilderness Medicine and Search and Rescue to educate college students, medical students and physicians in the field of Wilderness Medicine
- Lead team building exercises and management of Wilderness Emergencies
- Presented topics on MSK Emergencies in Wilderness, Hypothermia/Hyperthermia, and Concussion Management
Presentation on Knee and Shoulder Injuries for the Primary Care Physician
- Providence Medical Group yearly Primary Care Conference, 3/07/2024 and 3/08/2024
Medical Students and PA students, Resident Shadowing
- Providence Medical Group
- Northern Light Health
Certification
- Safe Sport 2023
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 2022
- Advanced Traumatic Life Support (ATLS) 2022
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 2022
- Basic Life Support Instructor 2019
Research Experience Publications
- Published in Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine - Effect of Knee Steroid Injection on Hemoglobin A1c in type II Diabetic Patients, Fellow Research project, 07/01/21-06/30/2022
- Presented Abstract on Effect of Knee Steroid Injection on Hemoglobin A1c in type II Diabetic Patients, AMSSM conference 04/2022, Austin, Tx.
- Presented Poster with case report regarding Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor in an ankle of a young woman with multiple ankle sprains, ACSM conference 6/2022, San Diego, CA
- Presented Case Report Poster: Tear in Shoulder Ligament without Reported Trauma for AOASM conference, 05/2021 (Virtual)
Volunteer Experience
- Sports Event Coverage 2019-2022: Multiple high school football events, college lacrosse, college men and women's soccer, MMA fight coverage, Pro wrestling coverage
- Community Outreach, Volunteer, 2018, 2020: Local firefighter occupational physicals and local high school pre-participation sports physicals
- Pre-Medicine Mentor for High School, Mentor, Winter 2019, December 2022, Mentored a high school student at Hillside Arts and Letters Academy, Formulated plan for college and future career in medicine, Connected mentee with college advisor of their top college Berkshire Children and Families
- University at Albany: Five Quad Volunteer Ambulance, Member, Spring 2011, Spring 2014, Completed one semester training in handling medical emergencies, and assisted EMT's on ambulance calls
- Community Basic Life Support Trainer - Service, Fall 2013 - Spring 2014, Created and organized BLS class schedule, Taught BLS to members of the community and members of Five Quad Volunteer Ambulance Service
Hobbies and Interests
- Writing Novels (Working on publication)
- Meditation
- Yoga
- Reading
- Olympic Style Lifting
- Hiking
- Camping
- Learning Languages
Conferences
- American College of Sports Medicine, Denver, CO, May 2023
- GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ Equality, San Francisco, CA, October 2022
- American College of Sports Medicine, San Diego, CA, July 2022
- American Medical Society of Sports Medicine, Austin, TX, April 2022
- American College of Sports Medicine Southeast Chapter, Greenville, SC, February 2022
- American Academy of Sports Medicine Fellow's Conference, Denver, CO, July 2021
- American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine, May 2020 (Virtual)
- Northwell Health Sports Medicine Symposium: Evidence-Based Approach, Lake Success, NY, March 2019
- Osteopathic Medical Conference & Exposition (OMED) Conference, Orlando, FL
Board Certifications And Licenses
- American Board of Family Medicine, April 2021
- Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine (CAQSM), July 2022
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), September 2022
- Oregon Medical License, August 2022
- Tennesee Medical License, July 2021
References
Mark Lavallee, MD
Regional Medical Director, Chairman and Chief Medical Officer for USA Weightlifting Sports Medicine Team
Email: lavalleem@upmc.edu
Cell: 574-360-1812
Rebecca Kendra Kemmet, MD
University of Tennessee Sports Medicine Program Director
Email: rkemmet@utmck.edu
Cell: 602-478-4418
Anthony Garland Wilson, MD
University of Tennessee Chair of Family Medicine
Email: gwilson@utmck.edu
Cell: 931-267-1700
Rebecca Morgan, MD
University of Tennessee Associate Program Director
Email: mortan02@utk.edu
Cell: 865-805-4226
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
German
Full Professional
Timeline
Sports Medicine Physician
Northern Light Health
11.2024 - Current
Hospitalist
Providence Medical Group
06.2023 - 08.2024
Ringside Physician
Oregon State Police
05.2023 - Current
Medical Director
USA Weightlifting
05.2023 - Current
Head Team Physician
Team USA Weightlifting (Youth)
11.2022 - 11.2022
Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
Providence Medical Group
08.2022 - 09.2024
Head Team Physician
Team USA Weightlifting (Junior)
11.2021 - 11.2021
Team Physician
Knoxville Ice Bears, Southern Professional Hockey League
11.2021 - 04.2022
Family Medicine Residency -
Northwell Plainview Hospital
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) -
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biochemistry -
University At Albany
Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship -
University of Tennessee
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