The Roles and Responsibilities of a Sports Team Dentist

For many sports enthusiasts, the opportunity to work with a professional sports team is a major attraction. This week’s guest on CDA Oasis is Dr. Jan Chithalen, a general dentist from Hamilton, Ont., and a team dentist for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats Football Club, the Brantford Bulldogs junior ice hockey team, and the Toronto Rock lacrosse team.

In this in-depth discussion, Dr. Chithalen outlines the key responsibilities of being a sports team dentist and offers advice to dentists looking to get into the field.

Helpful links:

• • • The Academy for Sports Dentistry

Watch the Conversation (13'57")