3rd International Conference on Sports Medicine and Fitness October 05-06 2017 Barcelona, Spain

Carme Carre has completed his PhD from Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona and has Medicine studies (MD) from Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona School of Medicine, and Biology (MsBs) from Universidad de Barcelona School of Biology. She is the Medical director of Instituto Pilar Dominguez (IPD), a musculoskeletal maintenance and rehabilitation center. She has published more than 30 papers in reputed journals. She teaches at Barcelona University and at other recognized schools of professional studies that offer applied professional master's degrees and continuing education courses.

Postural awareness

Doctor in general medicine graduated in the Ibero-American University of the Dominican Republic (UNIBE) in 2006, title approved in Spain in 2007 and I belong to COMB since that same year; In 2009 graduated by the Autonomous University of Barcelona in Clinical Bases in Medicine and Cosmetic Surgery, and in 2012 of Nutrition and Human Dietetics. In 2015 graduated by the University of Barcelona in Pharmacology, Nutrition and Supplementation in Sport. I currently have more than 7 years of experience in Aesthetic Medicine and Clinical Nutrition, I am certified in aesthetic medicine by the Medical College of Barcelona and as a member of the Spanish society of aesthetic medicine SEME.

Aesthetic Medicine and Clinical Nutrition

Dr. Dagmar Pavlů is an Associate Professor in Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic and is a head of Department of Physiotherapy of FTVS. She earned master’s degree in physiotherapy and doctor’s degree in pedagogy. In 1995 she received her PhD (CSc.). In 2005 she earned the degree of an associate professor in exercise physiology. She was president of the professional organisation of Physiotherapists in Czech Republic and from 2004 – 2008 she was a vice chairman of ER WCPT.

Her current research interests include analysis of the effect of physiotherapeutical methods. She publish altogether ower 150 publications.

Ahmad Alkhatib is the Head of Division of Sport and Exercise Science at Abertay University in the UK. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine, an accredited UK nutritionist (RNutr), a clinical physiologist, a certified international sports nutritionist (CISSN), and also a Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (FHEA). He was awarded his PhD in Exercise Physiology and Metabolism, and MSc in Exercise Sciences (Health and Fitness) from the University of Essex, UK. His research in exercise and nutritional sciences focuses on novel techniques to enhance health outcomes especially those combining nutraceuticals, with physical activity to enhance metabolic health, weight loss and disease prevention. He has over 100 publications and won several research and academic excellence awards.

His research interest in exercise and nutritional sciences focuses on novel techniques to enhance health outcomes especially those combining nutraceuticals, with physical activity to enhance metabolic health, weight loss and disease prevention. He has over 100 publications and won several research and academic excellence awards.

Kirill Alekseyev has completed his MBA from St. Joseph’s College after completing his undergraduate studies at Stony Brook University in Long Island, NY as a Division I student athlete. He then went on to pursue his MD at American University of Antigua. He is currently a 2nd year resident Physician at Kingsbrook Rehabilitation Institute in Brooklyn, NY. He is the Vice President of the resident’s committee at NY Society of PM&R (largest PM&R Society in US) with an option to be President next year. He is also a Special Olympics Coordinator for the past 3 years. He has published chapters, articles in various journals, books and databases. He has over 20 poster and oral presentations at various national conferences. He is a recipient of NY Society of PM&R recognition award in 2014 and this year’s recipient of Professionalism award from his current Residency Program at Kingsbrook Rehabilitation Institute, Brooklyn, NY. He was a runner up for Vice Chair position for residents at Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) second largest PM&R national organization.

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Luiz Giacomelli has a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy. A Master’s Degree in Health System Administration from Indiana University SB, USA. Additionally, he specialized in HR Management, in Sports Management, In Sports Physical Therapy, And in Neuro-Musculo-Skeletal Biomechanics. He became the physiotherapist of professional Sports teams, elite athletes, and major sports events, such as Rio2016 Olympics. Also, he owns a PT Clinic and a Fitness Center at his home town. Further, he is the general coordinator of an Annual Sport Traumatology Conference at his State. Finally, he is the Managing Director of a Sports Research Institute in Brazl.

Physical Therapy

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Dr. Calleja has been the Head of S & C of Spanish National basketball teams (Under -15,-18,-20, B team) and in different professional basketball clubs. Scientific consultant of basketball professional players. Julio is also personal trainer of several top athletes: (Eneko Acero, Surfing European championship, Alberto Iñurrategui, World top Class Hymalayist and Clemente Alonso, Top level Ironman triathlete). He has been S & C in Spanish Rugby Federation (National Academy). He has Been Head of the S & C at Basque Rugby Federation. Applied Sport Scientist (Recovery) at Dominican Republic Basketball Team in FIBA AMERICAS and Pre-olympic Tournament. His current positions are: Applied Sport Scientist, Performance Scientist, Strength and Conditioning Coach. Lecturer of Exercise Physiology and Sport Training at the University of the Basque Country (Spain). Professor Emeritus at Faculty of Kinesiology in Zagreb (Croatia). Professor Master ARD at Spanish Olympic Committee (Spain).

Applied Sport / Performance

Dr. Brian Toolan is an orthopaedic surgeon who is an expert in the care of foot and ankle disorders for adults and adolescents. He specializes in post-traumatic, arthritic, and inflammatory conditions. Dr. Toolan also treats fractures, tendon and ligament injuries, and sports-related conditions. He provides care for patients with simple and complex problems. Dr. Toolan performed the first agility total ankle replacement in Chicago. Memberships American Association for Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons American Orthopaedic Association American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society Mid-America Orthopaedic Association

Dr. Toolan expert in the care of foot and ankle disorders for adults and adolescents. He specializes in post-traumatic, arthritic, and inflammatory conditions

For over 25 years, Ken Roycroft has dedicated his life to researching the science of regenerative nutrition and how the right combination of nutrients can accelerate healing, recuperation, and slow down the overall aging process. Ken’s reputation and history of successfully assisting his patients, and clients, to achieve new levels of health and vitality has resulted in him serving individuals, groups and corporations from literally around the globe. As Integrative Healing Advisor in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Ken educates physicians on how regenerative nutrition can help patients more effectively heal from injury, recover from surgery and optimize the outcome of regenerative medical procedures. He is also a sought after speaker in the areas of corporate wellness, healthy aging, optimal health and peak performance.

CEO, MDgenesis LLC, Nutrition For Healing LLC, Ralph J. Venuto MD

Dr. Shamus began as a faculty member at FGCU in 2011 and currently holds the position of Department Chair for the Department of Rehabilitation. Dr. Shamus earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from Florida International University. He went on to earn a Masters degree in Biomechanical trauma from Lynn University/University of Miami, a PhD in Educational Leadership from Lynn University and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Sage University. Dr. Shamus has participated in numerous national and international presentations as well as authoring multiple textbooks, chapters and journal articles.

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences

Neil graduated from Loughborough with BEd and MSc degrees and earned his PhD and Higher Doctorate (DSc) at Exeter. He has been awarded Honorary Doctorates by Universities in Portugal (ScD) and Canada (LLD). Neil was appointed to Exeter in 1984 and was promoted to the first University Personal Chair in Sport and Health Sciences in 1992. He initiated the study of sport science in Exeter, founded the Children’s Health and Exercise Research Centre in 1987 and established the Department of Sport Science in 1998. He served as Head of the School of Postgraduate Medicine before founding the School of Sport and Health Sciences in 2002. He was appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor in 2005 and served as Senior DVC and then as the University’s Inaugural Provost until 2014 when he decided to return to his research. Neil chaired the Sport Science Panel in the first two HEFCE Research Assessment Exercises (now REF). He was the first scientist to be awarded Fellowship of the British (FBASES), European (FECSS) and American (FACSM) Colleges of Sports Medicine/Science and he is the only person to have chaired both BASES and the Physical Education Association of the UK. He has chaired the Board of European Pediatric Work Physiology (PWP) since 2005. He served two terms as Chair of South West Sport (Ministerial appointment) and he chaired the South West 2012 Olympics Legacy Project. Neil led the physiology team in the development of the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s guidelines for training elite young athletes. Over the last 20 years he has been a core member or chair of numerous International Expert Committees (including those of IOC, WHO, FIMS, PWP, EUPEA and FIG) focused on the promotion of children’s sport, fitness, health and well-being. Neil’s research won the first (and to date only) Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher Education to be awarded for research in sport and exercise medicine. The Queen’s Anniversary Prize, awarded for ‘world class work which is of outstanding quality and importance to the nation’, was presented by HM the Queen at Buckingham Palace.

Sport and Health Sciences

Professor John Nauright (PhD at Queen’s University, Canada) has held academic positions in New Zealand, Australia, Denmark, Scotland, the USA, Barbados, England, Ghana and Russia. He has published over 20 books and 150 articles on sport, health and fitness in society. He is the former Director of the Centre of Sport, Tourism and Leisure Studies at the University of Brighton in the UK and the Academy of International Sport at George Mason University, USA. He is currently Professor and Chair, Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation, University of North Texas, USA and Honorary Professor, Lomonosov Moscow State University.

Sport, Health and Fitness

Sujata Khire has completed her Master’s degree in Physiotherapy with specialization in Cardio pulmonary rehabilitation. She has been into clinical practice for more than 12 years, with major interests and exposure in the field of musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation. She is a certified Kinesiotaping Instructor from the Kinesiotaping Association International, USA. She is also a certified Dry Needling Instructor from The Dry Needling Institute, South Africa. She is currently on a private practice in Dubai.

Physiotherapy, musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation and kinesiotaping

Guido Van Ryssegem has been in clinical practice for 29 years and has been working in the strength and conditioning arena for 34 years. He is co-owner and co-founder of Safe Recovery, LLC. Guido is a practitioner and faculty at Oregon State University, and has published in the Asian Journal of Martial Arts. Guido is also invited faculty for the University of Oregon, Western University, Willamette University, local Community Colleges, and private schools. He has practiced for the Kansas City Royals, Texas Rangers and the Baltimore Orioles. His expertise extends to his own Kinetic Integrations Exercise Specialist Certification. He is a board certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), Registered Nurse (RN) and Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS) while also certified by the National Board of Fitness Examiners (NBFE). Guido serves as Northwest regional coordinator of the NSCA and is an NATA COR and Occupational Task Force Member. He is on the AQX Sports Incorporated and the Elevation Fitness advisory board. Additionally, he is an Athletes Performance Institute mentorship program presenter. Guido developed the Kinetic Integrations Exercise certification program that includes a corrective exercise approach to resolve movement dysfunctions after injury, a sedentary lifestyle, repetitive movements and incorrect movement. He presents nationally and internationally on this methodology. Guido has also published in the International Journal Of Sports Rehabilitation.

MR. Guido Van Ryssengem working in the strength and conditioning arena for 34 years

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Dr. Josep c.benítez is an experienced Physiotherapist, osteopath and co recuperator injuries in athletes. He is serving as the Dean and Director of the Department of Physical Therapy in University of Valencia, Spain and also an associate professor at faculty of physical therapy in same university. He has taught numerous courses for the postgraduates on recovery in sports and attended many national and international Conferences.

His current research interest is interesting areas are sports physiotherapy, therapeutical exercise and research in muscle recovery and motor patterns.

Kenneth Johnson is a physical therapist with more than 15 years of experience working with patients. His clinical expertise includes orthopaedic rehabilitation with emphasis on hip, knee and foot/ankle injuries. In particular, Ken has a strong clinical interest in sports related rehabilitation and technology-assisted rehabilitation, including: Surface Electromyography High Speed Motion Capture/Biomechanics with Gait/Running Rehabilitation Ultrasound Imaging Posturography and Balance

Ken's primary role is the management of Johns Hopkins outpatient physical therapy services at the Johns Hopkins Green Spring Station location. This involves overseeing a team of more than 15 physical and occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists. He has been a member of the APTA Foundation for Physical Therapy (Scientific Advisory Council), the American Physical Therapy Association, and volunteers with V-Linc, volunteers for medical engineering (board member).