Bert Mandelbaum, M.D.

06/16/2026

🎙️ Excited to join the Injury Territory podcast with Will Carroll to discuss the global game, athlete health, and what we’re seeing with injuries at the highest levels of sport.

In this episode, we dive into:
⚽ World Cup and USMNT insights
🦵 Injury trends in elite athletes
🧠 The science behind prevention and performance

Injury Territory focuses on understanding what really happens with injuries—no hype, just context and solutions.

Take a listen and join the conversation:
https://omny.fm/shows/injury-territory/world-cup-and-usmnt-dr-bert-mandelbaum?in_playlist=podcast

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The Aaron Judge saga finally reaches a conclusion, Tarik Skubal takes what could be his final step before returning to the Detroit Tigers rotation, and Injury Territory welcomes one of the most influential figures in modern sports medicine. This week, Will Carroll and Edward Egros break down the fin...

06/15/2026

What you fuel your body with matters—more than ever. 💪

In my blog “An Appetite for Athletics,” I dive into the critical role nutrition and hydration play in performance, recovery, and long-term health.

Athletic success isn’t just about training harder—it’s about fueling smarter. From proper hydration to the right balance of carbohydrates, protein, and fats, what you put into your body directly impacts strength, endurance, and overall performance.

Whether you’re a competitive athlete or simply striving to stay active, being intentional with your nutrition can elevate your results and help you perform at your best.

👉 Read more: https://www.win-within.com/blog/2020/august/an-appetite-for-athletics/

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An Appetite for Athletics

06/14/2026

There’s something truly powerful about hearing the National Anthem before a World Cup match 🇺🇸⚽️

Standing shoulder to shoulder, representing something bigger than yourself… it’s a moment that brings chills every time. And to follow that with a dominant U.S. victory on the world stage — that’s what sport is all about.

Pride. Unity. Performance under pressure.

As a physician who has worked with elite athletes, I know how much preparation, resilience, and heart go into moments like these. This is why we love the game — and why the world watches.

Let’s keep it going, Team USA! 🇺🇸💪

06/12/2026

Honored to be interviewed and quoted in this recent The Weather Channel article discussing how extreme conditions could impact players at the upcoming World Cup.

As temperatures and humidity rise, athletes face real physiological challenges —from dehydration and heat exhaustion to decreased performance and increased injury risk. Preparation, hydration, recovery, and smart scheduling will be critical to protecting player health on the world’s biggest stage.

Extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable — it’s a true competitor.

Proud to contribute to this important conversation on athlete safety and performance.

Read more here: https://weather.com/en-US/2026/06/10/sports-recreation/weather-of-the-world-cup-extreme-conditions-will-test-players

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From scorching heat to high altitude, the 2026 World Cup will test players against more than just their opponents.

06/11/2026

🏥 Where Innovation Meets Experience in Orthopedic Care

As a surgeon, my mission has always been simple: help people move better, heal stronger, and get back to doing what they love.

At my clinical practice with Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics, we focus on advanced, patient-centered care—especially when it comes to knee injuries and performance. From ACL reconstruction to cartilage restoration and regenerative therapies like PRP and stem cell treatments, we’re constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in recovery.

What drives me every day isn’t just treating injuries—it’s helping patients reclaim their strength, confidence, and quality of life.

We’re also proud to be part of a world-class institute that has led the way in sports medicine innovation, research, and education for decades, serving athletes and active individuals of all levels.

Whether you’re an elite athlete or simply want to stay active and pain-free, the goal is the same:
➡️ Restore movement
➡️ Optimize performance
➡️ Empower long-term health

🔗 Learn more about my clinical practice here:
https://www.win-within.com/clinical-practice/

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Clinical Practice. Learn how to become victorious in the sports arena and everywhere else! Read Dr. Bert R. Mandelbaum's The Win Within: Capturing Your Victorious Spirit.

06/10/2026

What if you started thinking about your body like a “100-year chassis”? 🚗💡

My latest blog explores a powerful mindset shift: treating your body as the ultimate long-term investment—one that needs strength, mobility, resilience, and consistent maintenance to perform at its best for decades to come.

Too often, we focus on short-term results. But true health and performance come from building a durable foundation that supports you for life.

In this post, we break down how to:
✅ Build strength and stability
✅ Prioritize recovery and longevity
✅ Create sustainable habits that actually last

Because it’s not just about living longer—it’s about living better.

Read more here: https://www.win-within.com/blog/2026/june/the-100-year-chassis-your-framework-as-the-ultim/

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Often, when we talk about longevity, we focus on the "soft" things. We discuss the fluidity of our blood sugar, the beat of our heart, or the gray matter of our brain. In doing so, we tend to treat our skeleton like the rebar in a building - something static, hidden, and structural, only worthy of a...

06/09/2026

I was recently interviewed and quoted in Healthline's latest article on the growing trend of “wellness” peptide injections 🧬

While these products are often promoted online as quick fixes for performance, recovery, and longevity 🚀, I have real concerns. Many of these injectable peptides are unregulated, lack meaningful scientific evidence 📉, and may carry significant health risks ⚠️

As I shared in the article, there’s often:
❌ No reliable research
❌ No clear labeling
❌ No proven benefit

— yet people are still injecting these substances into their bodies 💉

We also have to consider potential dangers like infection 🦠, contamination, and unknown long-term effects on the heart ❤️, immune system, and even cancer risk.

My advice is simple: there are no shortcuts when it comes to your health.

Proven strategies — proper training 🏋️‍♂️, nutrition 🥗, recovery 😴, and evidence-based medical care — remain the safest and most effective path forward.

Read the full article here: https://www.healthline.com/health-news/are-wellness-peptide-injectables-safe

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Wellness peptides have become wildly popular despite lacking credible evidence for their safety and effectiveness. Here's why experts advise against using compounded peptides for health and fitness.

06/05/2026

Adaptability is the ultimate performance advantage. 💪

In a world driven by data, metrics, and constant tracking, it’s easy to believe that perfect control equals better health. But the truth is—our bodies weren’t built for rigid systems. They were built to adapt.

Real resilience doesn’t come from avoiding stress. It comes from learning how to move through it. From embracing discomfort. From allowing the body to respond, recover, and grow stronger over time.

That’s where longevity lives. That’s where true health is built.

Train your body. Challenge your mind. Trust your ability to adapt.

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06/04/2026

🌟 Hi Everyone — Dr. Mandelbaum here! 🌟

I wanted to take a moment to share a bit more about who I am and what drives me — not just as a surgeon, but as someone passionate about helping others live their best, most victorious life. 💪🌱

For more than three decades, I’ve devoted my career to orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, focusing on helping people recover from injury and regain their strength. Along the way, I’ve had the honor of working with world-class athletes and teams, contributing to major organizations and global sporting events.

But there’s more to my journey than medicine. I’m also an Author, Speaker, Husband, Father, and lifelong learner — continually inspired by the resilience and inner strength I see in the people I meet every day. That’s why I wrote The Win Within: to encourage everyone to tap into their own inner drive and live a life defined by purpose and victory.

Family, service, and discovering the win within — those are the values that guide me every day. Thank you for being part of this amazing community.

👉 Learn more about my journey here: https://www.win-within.com/about-dr-mandelbaum/
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Meet Santa Monica's breakthrough sports medicine doctor, Bert R. Mandelbaum, M.D. Learn about his work and his book here.

06/02/2026

An unforgettable day!

Honored to be part of the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Arthur Blank National Training Center with the — and incredibly humbled to have a room named in my honor inside this amazing facility.

This is more than a building — it’s the future of and I’m proud to be a small part of its legacy.

Moments like these remind me why I’m so passionate about supporting athletes at every level—helping them perform at their best and pursue excellence.

Grateful to be part of the journey. ⚽️🇺🇸

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