Concussion Education with Dr. Piya Sorcar and TeachAids (Part 2)
Chronically, with Lauren & Nick
Key Takeaways
- Dr. Piya Sorcar joins the Concussion Talk Podcast for Part 2 to discuss advanced concussion education and communication strategies.
- TeachAids utilizes technology and peer messaging rather than simply telling athletes what not to do, making the education much more effective.
- The CrashCourse Concussion Education program provides free, accessible resources for schools, leagues, and communities globally.
- TeachAids offers various formats, including immersive VR experiences as well as 2D and YouTube options for users without virtual reality headsets.
- The discussion highlights how effective communication and genuine educational tools help protect athletes in the US, Canada, UK, and beyond.
If you haven't listened to part one please check it out here.
Dr. Piya Sorcar, PhD, CEO TeachAids, Adjunct Professor of Pediatrics, Stanford School of Medicine talks to Lauren and Nick about concussion education and TeachAids in PART TWO. Leveraging her wealth of experience, including her previous program tackling HIV/AIDS education, Dr. Sorcar discuss the importance of genuine concussion education, free concussion education from TeachAids. Not simply telling athletes to not do something, or to remind them of the dangers, Piya and TeachAids, use the power of technology and peer messaging to really get through. In part two we talk about the education and communication aspect that has made TeachAids so effective and successful. Whether it's a fun game amongst friends or a more competitive official school or univesity league, TeachAids CrashCourse Concussion Education has become an increasingly important part of educating the public in the US, Canada, UK and globally. Did I mention it's free?!
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Concussion CrashCourse: https://teachaids.org/for-concussions/crashcourse/
Concussion Story Wall: https://concussionstorywall.org/
If you use VR, take advantage of the excellent interactive experience! If you don't have a VR set (like yours truly) the YouTube and 2D educational experiences are great as well!
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Concussion Talk Podcast discusses traumatic brain injury (TBI) by featuring interviews with experts (physiotherapists, doctors, researchers, athletes, community leaders, etc.) and people who have experienced TBI first-hand.
Chronically dives deeper into concussions and brain injury as I team up with Lauren Ziaks; a DPT, ATC, and wealth of knowledge of chronic health conditions post-concussion. Join us as we interview more experts, spread awareness of brain injury and more!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Piya Sorcar?
Dr. Piya Sorcar is the CEO of TeachAids and an Adjunct Professor of Pediatrics at the Stanford School of Medicine, specializing in innovative health education.
What is TeachAids CrashCourse Concussion Education?
It is a free educational program that uses technology and peer messaging to teach athletes, students, and the public about concussions.
Do I need a VR headset to use TeachAids CrashCourse?
No, while there is an interactive virtual reality experience available, TeachAids also offers excellent 2D and YouTube educational experiences.