Professor Karim Khan and Professor Nebojsa Popovic: Inspiring Journeys in Sports Medicine

Описание: In this episode of the Lofoten Legends, we’re guided by two passionate PhD candidates: Dr. Bahar Hassanmirzaei, a Sports and Exercise Medicine specialist focused on injury prevention in professional football, and Dr. Helene van der Hoven, a Sports Medicine practitioner and researcher exploring mental health in elite sport. They are joined by two giants in the world of sports medicine: Professor Karim Khan, a global leader in musculoskeletal health, former Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Sports Medicine, and co-author of the influential Clinical Sports Medicine textbook; and Professor Nebojsa “Nebo” Popovic, an Olympic gold medallist in handball, internationally respected orthopaedic surgeon, and a pioneer in athlete care and sports medicine across generations at the highest levels of international sport.

Join us as these legends reflect on the journeys that have shaped their impactful careers—from their humble beginnings to navigating both challenging and encouraging paths, all while revealing the enduring sources of purpose and pride that fuelled their success. Together we’ll explore what shaped these iconic leaders, what kept them going, and what still guides them today. Alongside your hosts, discover what it truly means to contribute to the ever-evolving world of Sports and Exercise Medicine, and the lasting impact of adding value to this field and beyond!


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