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Speaker Spotlight: Rudae Gadson, MSAT, LAT, ATC, NREMT 🌟We are proud to introduce our final speaker highlight for the 8t...
08/10/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Rudae Gadson, MSAT, LAT, ATC, NREMT 🌟
We are proud to introduce our final speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference!

Joining us alongside an incredible panel of athletic trainers for our Medical Emergencies and Sideline Decision-Making session is Rudae Gadson, MSAT, LAT, ATC, NREMT. Rudae brings essential clinical expertise from the front lines of athletic care, focusing on critical emergency response, high-pressure decision-making, and athlete safety.

When we asked Rudae what strength means to her, she shared a profound reflection on resilience, leadership, and representation:

“To me, strength means showing up with resilience in both my personal and professional life, leading with confidence, serving with compassion, and embracing every challenge as an opportunity to grow... As a woman of color, strength also means recognizing the value of my voice, staying true to who I am, and confidently taking up space in environments where representation matters. It's about breaking barriers with grace, leading by example, and creating opportunities for others to feel seen, supported, and empowered.”

Her dedication to compassionate care, authentic leadership, and creating space for future generations is the exact heart of our sports medicine community.

➡️ Swipe left to see the full lineup of talks included in our Medical Emergencies and Sideline Decision-Making session!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: August 15, 2026
Location: Emory School of Medicine
Link in bio to secure your spot and view the full conference schedule!

Speaker Spotlight: Nicole Schultz, PA-C 🌟We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s...
08/06/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Nicole Schultz, PA-C 🌟
We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference!

Joining our conference lineup is Nicole Schultz, PA-C, an orthopedic Physician Assistant specializing in total joint surgery. Nicole brings a powerful blend of clinical expertise, surgical insight, and advocacy for female leadership in medicine to our stage.

When we asked Nicole what strength means to her, she shared an inspiring reflection on balance, confidence, and leading by example:

“Strength, to me, is both physical and mental — and in my world, the two are inseparable. As an orthopedic PA in total joint surgery, I show up physically strong every day, while also holding my ground with confidence in a male-dominated field. Weightlifting keeps me grounded and sharp, both in and out of the OR. But some of my greatest strength comes from being a mom to two young kids — they remind me every day why showing up fully, in every role, matters. I know what I want and I go after it, and I hope to inspire the women around me to do the same.”

Her dedication to showing up fully—in the operating room, in the gym, and at home—is the exact definition of strength in action. We are honored to feature her voice this year!

➡️ Swipe left to see the full lineup of talks included in our Special Consideration in Female Athletes session!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: August 15, 2026
Location: Emory School of Medicine
Link in bio to secure your spot and view the full conference schedule!

KEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 📢✨We could not be more excited to welcome Dr. Karli Richards to the stage for the 8th Annua...
08/03/2026

KEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 📢✨

We could not be more excited to welcome Dr. Karli Richards to the stage for the 8th Annual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference!

(Read her bio in the photo to see how this board-certified podiatric sports medicine physician is changing the game for female athletes! đź‘źâš˝)

We asked Dr. Richards what "strength" means to her, and her response is exactly why we can't wait for her keynote on August 15th:

"For me, strength isn't just physical—it’s an inner conviction anchored in purpose, and determination. True strength is the steady commitment to honor our potential, protect those around us, and build a lasting impact through action.

In my day-to-day, I embody inner strength by showing up as an advocate. Through my work with The Power Lab—a platform rooted in cultivating both the inner and outer strength of female athletes—that means dedicating myself to medical education and injury prevention. It’s about equipping players, coaches, and parents with body awareness and equipment knowledge so athletes can move with confidence and power. Inner strength is about taking ownership of our knowledge, backing purpose with action, and using our voice to shatter the glass ceiling for equity in women's health."

🎟️ Tap the link in our bio to grab your tickets before August 15th!

Speaker Spotlight: Leah Todd, DPT, PT 🌟We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s S...
07/29/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Leah Todd, DPT, PT 🌟
We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference!

Joining us for our Female Athlete Across the Lifespan session is Leah Todd, DPT, PT. As a physical therapist, Leah brings valuable clinical expertise on how physical capability and performance evolve across every phase of an athlete's life.

When we asked Leah what strength means to her, she shared a vibrant reflection on the connection between physical capacity and personal joy:

“To me, strength means having the ability to do the things that bring me joy and make me feel fulfilled, like playing rugby and competing in triathlons!”

Whether on the rugby pitch, on the triathlon course, or in the clinic, true strength is about building the body to support the life and activities you love.

➡️ Swipe left to see the full lineup of talks included in our Female Athlete Across the Lifespan session!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: August 15, 2026
Location: Emory School of Medicine
Link in bio to secure your spot and view the full conference schedule!

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Cherie Hill, MD 🌟We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s ...
07/27/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Cherie Hill, MD 🌟
We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference!

Joining us for our Pelvic Health and Performance session is Dr. Cherie Hill, MD, an OB-GYN right here at Emory. Dr. Hill brings essential clinical expertise to our event, offering deep insights into pelvic floor health, reproductive care, and how specialized medicine supports female athletes across every stage of performance.

When we asked Dr. Hill what strength means to her, she shared a grounded, powerful reflection that resonates far beyond the clinic:

“Strength is the ability to keep showing up even when things don’t go according to plan.”

Whether navigating clinical care, athletic training, or life's unexpected hurdles, the resilience to adapt and keep showing up is what defines true strength.

➡️ Swipe left to see the full lineup of talks included in our Pelvic Health and Performance session!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: August 15, 2026
Location: Emory School of Medicine
Link in bio to secure your spot and view the full conference schedule!

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Arin Swerlick, MD 🌟We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’...
07/20/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Arin Swerlick, MD 🌟
We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference!

Joining us for our Empowering Female Athletes session is Dr. Arin Swerlick, MD, who will be speaking on the menstrual cycle. Dr. Swerlick brings essential clinical expertise to the stage, breaking down the physiological nuances of cycle tracking, hormonal health, and how to optimize training around the menstrual cycle to better support female athletes.

When we asked Dr. Swerlick what advice she would give her younger self about being a strong woman, her response was a powerful reflection on resilience, self-compassion, and community:

“I would tell my younger self that she is much stronger than she realizes. Her strength comes from within, from the drive to be better and constantly improve, but she will also find strength in the moments that she is kind to herself and learns to love the imperfections that she carries as well. She will do hard things and succeed beyond her expectations and she will do hard things and fail miserably, and she will find her strength in both of these experiences. She will also realize that her strength does not always need to come from within, and when she is vulnerable and relies on others for help, these will be some of her strongest moments as well.”

Her reminder that true strength embraces both our victories and our missteps—and relies on the support of others—sets the exact tone for how we empower female athletes in their health journeys.

➡️ Swipe left to see the full lineup of talks included in our Empowering Female Athletes session!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: August 15, 2026
Location: Emory School of Medicine
Link in bio to secure your spot and view the full conference schedule!

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Fraizer Keitt, DO 🌟💪We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women...
07/15/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Fraizer Keitt, DO 🌟💪
We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference!

Joining us for our Fueling the Female Athlete session is the wonderful Dr. Fraizer Keitt, DO. Dr. Keitt brings invaluable clinical expertise to our lineup, blending osteopathic medicine with nutritional and metabolic health to help female athletes achieve holistic, well-rounded performance and recovery.

When we asked Dr. Keitt what strength means to her, she shared an incredibly thoughtful reflection on what it takes to navigate challenges both in medicine and in life:

“To me, strength is the ability to stay grounded and move forward through challenges with resilience, integrity, and a willingness to adapt. It's not just about perseverance, but also having the courage to learn, ask for help when needed, and grow from setbacks. In my personal life, strength means being dependable, empathetic, and committed to continuous growth. Professionally, it means staying calm under pressure, communicating openly, collaborating effectively, and following through on my commitments while focusing on solutions.”

Her reminder that true strength requires us to stay adaptable, ask for help, and lead with empathy is the exact kind of leadership we need in sports medicine today.

➡️ Swipe left to see the full lineup of talks included in our Fueling the Female Athlete session!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: August 15, 2026
Location: Emory School of Medicine
Link in bio to secure your spot and view the full conference schedule!

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Pauline Skowron 🌟We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s ...
07/13/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Pauline Skowron 🌟
We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference!

Joining us for our Movement and Performance Fundamentals session is the brilliant Dr. Pauline Skowron. Dr. Skowron's work focuses on the foundational biomechanics and functional movement patterns that allow athletes to optimize their physical output while reducing injury risk.

When we asked Dr. Skowron what strength means to her, she shared a grounding philosophy that forms the core of sustainable performance:

“Practicing movement as medicine daily keeps the mind and body healthy.”

Viewing movement not just as training, but as medicine, shifts the entire narrative around how we care for our bodies daily. We can't wait to hear her insights this August!

➡️ Swipe left to see the full lineup of talks included in our Movement and Performance Fundamentals session!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: August 15, 2026

Location: Emory School of Medicine

Link in bio to secure your spot and view the full conference schedule!

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Elizabeth "Betsy" Collins, MD, MPH 🌟We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the ...
07/09/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Elizabeth "Betsy" Collins, MD, MPH 🌟
We are proud to introduce our next speaker highlight for the 8th Annual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference!

Joining us for our Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) section is the wonderful Dr. Elizabeth "Betsy" Collins, an OB-GYN right here at Emory. Dr. Collins brings invaluable clinical insight into the physiological impacts of energy availability, helping us understand how metabolic and reproductive health directly drive athletic longevity.

When we asked Dr. Collins what strength means to her, her response beautifully reminded us that long-term wellness relies heavily on joy and sustainability:

“Strength for me means finding what brings you joy and weaving it into your everyday life as much as possible.”

In both medicine and high-performance training, true endurance comes from nourishing what keeps us happy, balanced, and fulfilled. We can’t wait to learn from her clinical perspective this August.

➡️ Swipe left to see the full lineup of talks included in our Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport section!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: August 15, 2026
Location: Emory School of Medicine
Link in bio to secure your spot and view the full conference schedule!

Speaker Spotlight: Kalyn Wilson, LCSW 🌟We are incredibly proud to introduce another one of our speakers for the 8th Annu...
07/06/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Kalyn Wilson, LCSW 🌟
We are incredibly proud to introduce another one of our speakers for the 8th Annual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference!

Joining us for our Mental Performance and Team Culture session is Kalyn Wilson, LCSW, the Coordinator of Mental Health Services in Athletics & Recreation at Emory University. Kalyn operates at the crucial intersection of elite athletics and mental wellness, helping athletes build sustainable mental resilience alongside physical performance.

When we asked Kalyn what she would tell her younger self about being a strong woman, she shared a profound truth that redefines the traditional sports mindset:

“I would tell my younger self that true strength is the ability to practice vulnerability. So many of us were taught that strength means holding everything in and 'pushing through', but our healing, resilience, and capacity to thrive is born out of behaviors like processing our emotions, allowing ourselves to rest, and asking for help. Caring for the self is one of the bravest things an athlete can do.”

Redefining strength to include vulnerability and self-care is a game-changer for the modern female athlete and the cultures we build around them.

➡️ Swipe left to see the full lineup of talks included in our Mental Performance and Team Culture session! We can’t wait to dive deep into these vital conversations this August.

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: August 15, 2026
Location: Emory School of Medicine
Link in bio to secure your spot and view the full conference schedule!

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