Dr. David Geier is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Charleston, South Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina. He helps athletes and active people feel and perform their best, regardless of age, injuries and medical history. He has been featured in major media publications and shows over 2,500 times throughout his career.
Early defibrillation is the strongest determinant of survival following out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, including cardiac events in sports. Survival rates decline 7% to 10% with every minute that defibrillation is delayed.
Through the stories of a dozen athletes whose injuries and recovery advanced the field (including Joan Benoit, Michael Jordan, Brandi Chastain, and Tommy John), Dr. Geier explains how sports medicine makes sports safer for the pros, amateurs, student-athletes, and weekend warriors alike.
survival following out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, including cardiac events in sports. Survival rates decline 7% to 10% with every minute that defibrillation is delayed.