| Every athlete, regardless of their sport, team, or long term goals deserves the best in sports friendly, pediatric health-care for their safety today and their life-time goals in the future. |
| The wellbody business... wellbody has no financial incentive, voting ability, or policy making in the business or contracts made between teams and their athletes, customers, or partners. There is no financial transaction between wellbody and the owners, coaches, athletes, or booster clubs for wellbody's services or the relationship between wellbody and the teams. (Optional lectures and classes may have a fee that is explained at the time of the specific event) wellbody is an independent service that is not an employee, agent, partner, or owner of any of the teams. Although wellbody does not involve itself in the policy making or philosophy of the individual teams- each of the team's owners have discussed their philosophy with Dr. Goldstein before wellbody involvement. There is no absolute guarantee that any premier level sport is free from injury or risk. Each athlete and parent should carefully evaluate their goals and expectations before making a commitment to any team. wellbody assists teams in preventative injury care and healthy options during sport- but does not guarantee any sport or team is injury free, risk free, or the best choice for your child. wellbody does believe participating teams offer premier level sports in an ethical, fun environment. Careful evaluation is made to see that wellbody's philosophy continues to support each team's philosophy before continued participation. There is no contract or obligation for wellbody to continue its services with any club or team. Individual athletes receiving care from Dr. Goldstein have a patient/physician relationship following the policies of the Kansas Board of Healing Arts. |
pediatrician with an interest in sports medicine. He is a team physician for several premier clubs in the Kansas City area and the personal physician for several elite level athletes in the region. Dr. Goldstein's philosophy involves treating all athletes with the plan that the patient can safely enjoy the sport now realizing all of their accomplishments are not yet realized and may lead to an exciting college scholarship, an international / Olympic opportunity, or a professional career in sport. But all, no matter what, should have a lifetime of enjoyment of their sport in the future. |
Some clinicians might say, “Take two weeks off, and you will feel better.”
That seems obvious- anyone can tell you that in two weeks of rest, you will feel better—
in fact, most people in the work-force would desire such a two week break! How many of
their managers would agree, “Sure, take two weeks off!” How many of these people
taking such a break would remain as sharp or productive as their working colleagues?
Coaches play the same role as a manager- demanding excellence, good attendance,
and daily progress.
Sometimes there is a quick solution while other times two weeks of treatment is actually
necessary- what the athlete does during that two days or two weeks is crucial for a
rapid return to sport once the treatment is done.
It takes a pediatrician with a sports medicine interest to get a young athlete
back as quickly as possible, while still staying safe and remembering the
athlete is a growing adolescent.
wellbody offers injury prevention, rehabilitation, and healthcare for young
athletes!
wellbody takes pride in caring for today’s and tomorrow’s champions.
wellbody is careful to use specialists with the same interest and
understanding of competitive youth sports.
Some of the specialists include orthopedics, physical therapists, nutritionists,
massage therapy, psychology, allergy and asthma, disordered eating,
endocrine and growth.
That seems obvious- anyone can tell you that in two weeks of rest, you will feel better—
in fact, most people in the work-force would desire such a two week break! How many of
their managers would agree, “Sure, take two weeks off!” How many of these people
taking such a break would remain as sharp or productive as their working colleagues?
Coaches play the same role as a manager- demanding excellence, good attendance,
and daily progress.
Sometimes there is a quick solution while other times two weeks of treatment is actually
necessary- what the athlete does during that two days or two weeks is crucial for a
rapid return to sport once the treatment is done.
It takes a pediatrician with a sports medicine interest to get a young athlete
back as quickly as possible, while still staying safe and remembering the
athlete is a growing adolescent.
wellbody offers injury prevention, rehabilitation, and healthcare for young
athletes!
wellbody takes pride in caring for today’s and tomorrow’s champions.
wellbody is careful to use specialists with the same interest and
understanding of competitive youth sports.
Some of the specialists include orthopedics, physical therapists, nutritionists,
massage therapy, psychology, allergy and asthma, disordered eating,
endocrine and growth.
| Dr. Goldstein's background... Dr. Goldstein grew up in Shawnee Mission Kansas- competing in and later coaching premier level gymnastics. He received his undergraduate education at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa followed by a degree in Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City. Dr. Goldstein's residency was at the University of Kansas Medical Center where he stayed an extra year as Chief Resident in Pediatrics. Part of his training included time spent with several sports medicine specialists in Kansas City and St. Louis. He spent approximately two years in private practice in Lansing, KS and then returned to the University of Kansas Medical Center as an Assistant Clinical Staff Physician in Pediatrics with an interest in Sports Medicine. Awards and distinctions include the Kansas Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics Special Achievement Award, the Annie Dyson American Academy of Pediatrics Special Achievement Award, the C. Everett Koop Surgeon General Award, the American Academy of Pediatrics Resident Leadership Award, the Founder of the PRIDE program (Pediatricians Recognizing Individuals Demonstrating Excellence), and the Founder of wellbody. He has spoken for pharmaceutical companies including Pfizer and UCB, the electronic medical record company- Cerner, as well as for medical groups including national meetings for the American Academy of Pediatric Conferences in Washington D.C., Chicago, Ill, and San Francisco, CA, along with state conferences in Kansas. He has written a book called "A Mom's Guide to Sports Medicine for Kids" and has been quoted or discussed in "435 South", "M Magazine", The Kansas City Business Journal, USA Swimming, as well as Cerner marketing. |
Addy is a level 8 gymnast, working towards being a level 9 this season at
Diamond Gymnastics. Her coach, Kim Lauderdale nominated Addy for the
wellbody Athlete of the Month Award because of her positive outlook and
great work ethic. A US postage stamp of Addy has been made for wellbody
to use during the month of July. Keep up the hard work Addy! We are
proud of your accomplishments!
Coaches, you can nominate your athlete by emailing athlete@wellbodykc.com
wellbody will award a nominated athlete based on all three criteria listed below,
:An athlete who has achieved greatness, or achieved a personal goal in their sport
:An athlete who, as a coach, you would like to recognize for their hard work and attitude
:A patient of wellbody at Blue Valley Pediatrics
Diamond Gymnastics. Her coach, Kim Lauderdale nominated Addy for the
wellbody Athlete of the Month Award because of her positive outlook and
great work ethic. A US postage stamp of Addy has been made for wellbody
to use during the month of July. Keep up the hard work Addy! We are
proud of your accomplishments!
Coaches, you can nominate your athlete by emailing athlete@wellbodykc.com
wellbody will award a nominated athlete based on all three criteria listed below,
:An athlete who has achieved greatness, or achieved a personal goal in their sport
:An athlete who, as a coach, you would like to recognize for their hard work and attitude
:A patient of wellbody at Blue Valley Pediatrics
The Philosophy of wellbody
July's Athlete of the Month
July's Athlete of the Month