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title: "Podcast #1: Critical Gaps in High School Concussion Care with Dr. James Stavitz, PhD, LAT, ATC | HEADCHECK Health"
description: Dr. James Stavitz discusses critical gaps in concussion care at the high school level. Listen to the podcast and learn more!
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# [Podcast #1: Critical Gaps in High School Concussion Care with Dr. James Stavitz, PhD, LAT, ATC | HEADCHECK Health](https://www.headcheckhealth.com/blog/critical-gaps-high-school-concussion-care)

 Written by [HEADCHECK HEALTH](https://www.headcheckhealth.com/blog/author/headcheck-health) | Sep 3, 2025 5:30:00 PM

## HEADCHECK Health Talks | Episode #1: Critical Gaps in High School Concussion Care

In this episode of [HEADCHECK Health Talks](https://headcheckhealth.com/podcast), host Eric VanderHelm sits down with **Dr. James Stavitz, PhD, LAT, ATC** from [Kean University](https://www.kean.edu/) to discuss critical gaps in concussion care at the high school level.

With growing awareness around brain injuries in youth sports, why do so many schools still lack proper protocols, staffing, or resources?

Dr. Stavitz shares insights from his research and experience, highlighting where schools are falling short, and what needs to change to better protect student-athletes.

Whether you’re a parent, coach, healthcare professional, or educator, this episode offers a crucial look into the state of concussion care and what we can do to improve it.

**Listen and subscribe:**

[YouTube](https://youtu.be/FN9dTK6lhY4)  
[Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/headcheck-health-talks/id1835761738)  
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 Or wherever you find your podcasts!

### **What is HEADCHECK Health Talks?**

From the field to the boardroom: Expand your knowledge on how to put injury protocols into practice. Join host Eric VanderHelm (5+ years of experience collaborating with sports organizations) as he chats with leading concussion experts, researchers, medical professionals, administrators, sports executives, and more. Get expert insights, best practices, and real-world strategies to implement effective injury protocols, with a specific focus on concussions.

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