Howard Head Sports Medicine

08/03/2026

07/30/2026

Fairways, fresh air, and a great cause⛳💚

Earlier this month, team ‘Fairway to Heaven’ was proud to represent Howard Head Sports Medicine at the Gypsum Daze Superintendent’s Revenge Golf Tournament.

It was an incredible day of teamwork, friendly competition, and community connection- all while supporting Habitat Vail Valley and its important mission.
We’re grateful to everyone who organized, volunteered, sponsored, and participated in this wonderful event!

Opportunities like these remind us that whether we’re helping patients get back to doing what they love or giving back to our community, we’re always stronger together💪

07/24/2026

Since 2018, Howard Head Sports Medicine has recognized a Team member with the Spirit of Excellence Award.

This peer-to-peer nominated award was created in honor and memory of Howard Head Physical Therapist, Eric Dube. Many of our Team members had the fortune of knowing Eric as a colleague, mentor and friend.
Together, we have grown and accomplished so much-striving for the excellence and amazing Team dynamic that would make Eric so proud♥️

Those who receive this special award demonstrate excellence in clinical and non-clinical settings, positivity, exceptional care, and is a role model for others here at Howard Head.

This year, we are celebrating Elle Valentine PT, DPT, ATC, SCS as our EXTREMELY deserved winner of this special award!

“Elle brings positivity, curiosity, and compassion to everything she does. She’s an incredible teammate, a collaborative clinician, and a trusted resource who always puts patients first. Her passion for innovation, commitment to our community, and genuine care for those around her make a lasting impact every single day.”

We’re so grateful to have you on our team, Elle♥️

We would also like to extend a huge congratulations to each nominee this year. It’s an honor to work with each of you, and we know Eric would be proud to see all we have and continue to accomplish as a Team🤍

07/13/2026

Massive 🙌CONGRATULATIONS🙌 are in order!

SIX of our Doctors of Physical Therapy have officially been awarded the designations of Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialists and Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialists.

We commend each of you on your commitment to excellence and leading the profession, and we are so proud of YOU!

Our resident class of 2025 successfully passed their respective board examinations (top L➡️R)

✨Mark Dudek PT, DPT, OCS
✨Lindsey Duhamel PT, DPT, SCS
✨George Ruddy PT, DPT, SCS

Additionally, we had a 100% pass rate with our seasoned clinicians (bottom L➡️R)

✨Dan Balogh PT, DPT, OCS
✨Meghan Henderson, PT, DPT, OCS
✨Elle Valentine, PT, DPT, SCS

Please join the Howard Head Team in recognizing these individuals and congratulating them on their most recent accomplishment!

06/25/2026

☀️Summer is here and in full swing at Howard Head Sports Medicine☀️

From supporting athletes as the Official Medical Provider for USA Climbing at the 2026 GoPro Mountain Games, to strengthening community wellness as a proud partner of Eagle County Government, to celebrating inclusion and belonging at Breck Create’s first-ever Pride in the Park, we’re grateful to be part of the moments that make our mountain communities stronger.

At Howard Head Sports Medicine, our commitment goes beyond the clinic- supporting athletes, championing health, and helping build vibrant, welcoming communities for all.

Thank you to our community partners, participants, volunteers, and community members who make these events so impactful. We’re proud to be alongside you every step of the way💪

USA Climbing
GoPro Mountain Games
Eagle County Government
Breck Create
Breck Pride

06/23/2026

Join us for MENOPAUSE REIMAGINED: A Functional Medicine Perspective on Tuesday, June 23, at 5:00 PM, in Edwards. At this special Women's Wellness Series event, you'll get insights from medical experts exploring menopause through a broader lens, examining brain and bone health, inflammation, immune aging, nervous system regulation, stress resilience, longevity, and the emotional transition into the next phase of life. This event is FREE, so mark your calendars & RSVP today: https://www.vailhealth.org/community/community-events/wellness-series-menopause-reimagined/
Event Details:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Colorado Mountain College Vail Valley Auditorium in Edwards
5:00 – Check-In
5:30-6:30 – Discussion
Your evening's guides include Vail Health Functional Medicine providers and Vail Healthspan care team members: Eliza Klearman, ND; Kyler Hijmans, DNP, FNP-BC; and Howard Head Sports Medicine bone health expert, Pamela Koskinen, PT, DPT, OCS.

06/23/2026

In mountain communities, high performance is often the norm. Ultra races, endless training plans, 100-day ski seasons and packed schedules can make it easy to forget what true wellness looks like.

06/23/2026

Thank you to Matthew Provencher, MD, MBA, Co-Director of the SPRI Sports Medicine Fellowship and specialist in complex shoulder, complex knee, and sports surgery at The Steadman Clinic, for sharing his expertise and insights during his presentation on Pathology of the Proximal Bicep. His commitment to education, innovation, and mentorship continues to make a lasting impact on our fellows, residents, and faculty.

We are also grateful for our ongoing partnership with Howard Head Sports Medicine , whose residents delivered outstanding presentations highlighting the latest advancements in rehabilitation, return-to-sport decision-making, and evidence-based patient care:

• Best Practices of Myogenic TMD Treatment in Physical Therapy by Katelyn Watkins, PT, DPT

• A Psychologically-Informed Approach to Rehabilitation Following MPFL Reconstruction: A Clinical Commentary by Taylor Rohead, PT, DPT

• Force Plate Utilization for Return to Sport by Mackenzie Schoustra, PT, DPT, MS, CSCS

• Beyond Surgical Correction: Return to Sport Following Periacetabular Osteotomy by Faith Baer, PT, DPT

• Return-to-Sport Decision Making Following Elbow UCL Reconstruction by Harrison Hess, PT, DPT

These presentations reflect the strength of the collaboration between SPRI and Howard Head Sports Medicine and our shared commitment to advancing education, research, interdisciplinary learning, and exceptional patient care. Thank you to all of our presenters for fostering a culture of curiosity, innovation, and clinical excellence.

05/06/2026

Spa Anjali located at The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa features 14 treatment rooms, a full-service salon and a world-class Athletic Club.

04/27/2026

Mark your calendars for WELLNESS & WISDOM! Join us on Friday, May 8, at the Edwards Fieldhouse for a not-to-miss health fair for aging adults from 8:30-12:00 PM. Stop by or stay a while for health screenings, educational talks, local resources, and camaraderie. Plus, we're excited to have Lisa Dimino White, author of Bursting With Happiness, as the keynote speaker at this year's event. See the schedule below, and find out more at VailHealth.org/HealthyAging —> SCHEDULE —>
Friday, May 8 | 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
8:30 - 11:00 am - FREE Screenings
11:00 am - 12:00 pm - FREE Keynote Speaker
Location: Mountain Recreation Edwards Field House
450 Miller Ranch Rd
Edwards, CO 81632

This event is a collaboration between Mountain Recreation, Eagle County Healthy Aging, Howard Head Sports Medicine and Vail Health.