On this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we’re joined by Kandi Pickard and Colleen Hatcher from the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to talk about their impactful, long-standing partnership with PBATS. Together, NDSS and PBATS have worked to champion inclusion in baseball, sports, and the workplace through joint initiatives like the PLAY Campaign and the Ability Transcends Challenges program. Kandi and Colleen share how these programs are helping to shift perceptions, create opportunities, and build more inclusive environments across professional sports and beyond. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about advocacy, collaboration, and the power of community.

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On this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we’re joined by Neil Rampe, Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Chicago Cubs. With over two decades of experience across Major League Baseball, Neil has held key roles with the Diamondbacks, Dodgers, and now the Cubs—bringing a unique blend of expertise in athletic training, manual therapy, performance science, and strength and conditioning. Today, we dive into Neil’s career journey, his current role in Chicago, and how he continues to evolve within a profession that’s constantly pushing the boundaries of athlete care and performance.

For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pbats.com.

Today’s guest is Dr. Christopher Camp, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a deep focus on sports medicine and shoulder and elbow surgery. Since 2019, Dr. Camp has served as the Medical Director, Team Physician, and Director of High Performance for the Minnesota Twins, where he works closely with players, athletic trainers, and front office staff to keep athletes healthy and performing at their best.

Beyond the field, Dr. Camp is a leading researcher in the biomechanics of throwing, injury prevention, and surgical innovation. His work is shaping how we understand and treat injuries in overhead athletes—not just in baseball, but across all sports.

He also leads the Human Optimization Project at the Mayo Clinic, an initiative focused on maximizing health, performance, and recovery. Listen along as we dive into his unique perspective on athlete care, research, and the evolving relationship between medicine and high performance in professional baseball.

For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pbats.com.