Sports Doc Talk
“All Sports, All Orthopedics, All the Time.” By William Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia. A podcast that features sports injuries, sports updates, orthopedic sports treatments, and cutting-edge surgical discussions. We discuss what’s hot in sports and how sports orthopedics plays a big part in keeping our athletes going. https://www.sportsdoctalk.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@sportsdoctalk https://www.instagram.com/sportsdoctalkpodcast/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/90467394/
Episodes
Turf toe has sidelined Brock Purdy and Joe Burrow, affecting legends like Patrick Mahomes and Deion Sanders. But what exactly is it — and why does it matter so much?
In this episode, Will Sanchez and Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia break down:
The anatomy and mechanics of turf toe
Why is this injury devastating for quarterbacks
Differences in severity (2–5 weeks vs season-ending surgery)
Modern treatments: taping, custom ort...
On this episode of Sports Doc Talk, host Will Sanchez and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia welcome elite performance coach Gary Chupik for a deep dive into the mental side of sports.
Gary shares his journey from pastoral leadership to becoming a sought-after performance coach for professional athletes, executives, and teams. He reveals how mindset, identity, and self-leadership shape recovery, resilience, and peak performance bot...
NFL injuries aren’t just headlines—they’re season-shaping storylines. In this episode, Will Sanchez and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia break down the biggest injury concerns heading into the 2025 season and explore how cutting-edge recovery tech is changing the game.
Key Injuries: Stafford (back) • McCaffrey (Achilles) • Hill (core) Slater (patella) • Brooks (ACL) • Hutchinson (leg fracture)
Recovery Tech: GPS wearables • Underw...
Dr. Chad Lavender joins Sports Doc Talk to break down his revolutionary Fertilized ACL technique, which combines biologics, bone grafting, and internal bracing to help athletes recover faster and safer.
What You’ll Learn:
How the Fertilized ACL works
Why biologics are changing orthopedic surgery
Real results from clinical trials
The criticism Dr. Lavender faced — and how he proved the skeptics wrong
CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro
01:30 – T...
Sports Doc Talk with Will Sanchez & Dr. Grant Garcia discusses Grigor Dimitrov’s shocking mid-match retirement from Wimbledon 2025 due to a right pectoral tendon tear.
Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Garcia explains the rarity of pec tendon tears in tennis players, the types of tissues affected, the differences between repairable and non-repairable tears, and the importance of surgical timing.
He also discusses recovery expectations, comp...
Is AI taking over sports medicine—or just making it smarter?
Join Will Sanchez and top orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia as they dive into the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence in orthopedics, sports performance, and recovery. This episode breaks down the myths, the excitement, and the real-world applications that are already reshaping patient care.
🔥 In this episode:
AI in the OR: How it’s enhancing surgical planni...
Get ready for a deep dive into the cutting-edge world of shoulder surgery with none other than Dr. Patrick Denard, one of the top shoulder surgeons in the U.S., on the latest episode of Sports Doc Talk. Hosts Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia bring the energy as they uncover what it takes to perform over 7,000 shoulder surgeries, the importance of surgical nutrition, and game-changing techniques for rotator cuff repair and shoulder...
Sports Doc Talk with Will Sanchez & Dr. Grant Garcia
What connects elite MLB pitchers, AI-powered rehab, and innovative tendon-strengthening tools? They’re all revolutionizing baseball performance—and Dylan Newcomer is at the forefront.
Join us as we talk with Dylan, Founder of Athletic Potential PT and physical therapist at Driveline Baseball, diving deep into the latest science transforming how pitchers train, recover, and stay...
Hosts: Will Sanchez & Dr. Grant Garcia
Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog made NHL history by returning from a career-threatening knee injury after 1,032 days. In this episode, we break down the groundbreaking surgery that made it possible—an osteochondral allograft with tibial tubercle osteotomy—and why this could reshape the future of cartilage restoration in sports.
Dr. Grant Garcia shares expert insight into the sur...
In this electrifying episode of Sports Doc Talk, hosts Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia dive deep into the world of rehabilitation with the renowned physiotherapist and strength coach, Tom Swales. Tom, founder and creator of the AMT System & The Advanced Movement Therapist (AMT) Certification, is often referred to as the "triple threat" for his expertise in physiotherapy, strength coaching, and education, shares grou...
In the latest episode of Sports Doc Talk, we dive deep into Gerrit Cole's season-ending surgery. Dr. Grant Garcia, our orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, provides invaluable insights into the intricacies of Tommy John surgery. He explains how the procedure involves reconstructing the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) using cutting-edge techniques like internal braces and collagen-dipped fiber tape to enhance recov...
In this riveting episode of Sports Doc Talk, hosts Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia dive deep into the world of cartilage regeneration with special guest Nick Colangelo, CEO of Vericel Corporation. The discussion centers around the groundbreaking MACI (Matrix-Induced Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation) procedure, a revolutionary treatment for cartilage damage that promises to transform the lives of athletes and patients alike.
Get ready for a new episode of Sports Doc Talk! In this episode, hosts Will Sanchez and Dr. Garcia dive into the surprising news of Victor Wembanyama’s deep vein thrombosis (DVT) diagnosis, which will keep the NBA star off the court for the rest of the season.
As the former number-one NBA draft pick faces a season-ending injury, we’ll break down what DVT is, how it develops, and why it’s such a major concern for athletes. Dr. Garcia...
Are you ready for some football? Get ready for an exciting episode of Sports Doc Talk with your hosts, Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia! This Sunday, just in time for Super Bowl LIX, we're diving deep into the key injuries that could shape the outcome of the big game between the Chiefs and the Eagles. From hyperextended knees to abdominal strains, we'll break down the latest injury reports and what they mean for the player...
Sports Doc Talk with hosts William Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia brings you an informative episode featuring the esteemed cardiologist Dr. Dave Montgomery. Dive into the world of sports and health as Dr. Dave unravels the mysteries of cardiac health in athletes, using the intriguing case of Bronny James as a focal point. Discover the intricacies of diagnosing and treating cardiac conditions and learn why preventive care and regular ...
Welcome to the latest episode of Sports Doc Talk! We're your hosts, William Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia, and we're diving deep into Major League Baseball's most significant injuries and the advanced medical procedures used for recovery. In this episode, "Injury Insights: MLB's Road to Recovery for 2025," we cover the latest updates on key players like Shohei Ohtani, Ronald Acuña Jr., and Spencer Strider. We'll break down complex m...
Welcome to "Sports Doc Talk" with Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia. In this episode, we dive into the critical topic of spine boarding in sports, inspired by the recent injury to Miami Dolphins player Grant DuBose. We discuss the importance of spine boarding, a procedure used to stabilize athletes with potential spinal injuries on the field. Dr. Garcia shares his firsthand experiences and insights on the protocols and procedures f...
In the latest episode of “Sports Doc Talk” with William Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia, the hosts are joined by Brennan Marilla, Chief Commercial & Operating Officer at Ossio. The discussion dives into the groundbreaking advancements Ossio is making in the field of orthopedic implants. Brennan shares insights into Ossio’s innovative biointegrative technology, which aims to replace traditional metal implants with materials that na...
In this episode of Sports Doc Talk, hosts Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia welcome Dr. Joseph Liu, an orthopedic surgeon with extensive experience in sports medicine. Dr. Liu shares insights from his training at the Hospital for Special Surgery and Rush University, and his current role at Keck Medicine of USC, where he treats both collegiate athletes and professional teams like the LA Kings. He discusses the unique challenges of b...
In January 2022, Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball faced a series of debilitating knee injuries that sidelined him for over two years. His journey to recovery included multiple surgeries, including a cartilage and meniscus transplant in March 2023, and a bone allograft procedure.
Amazingly, after more than 1,000 days away from the court, Lonzo Ball made his highly anticipated return to the NBA, demonstrating his unwavering determinati...
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