Cogent Steps launches IrisTrackR: A real-time medical tracking platform designed for race-day readiness

Cogent Steps launches IrisTrackR: A real-time medical tracking platform designed for race-day readiness Cogent Steps is excited to announce the launch of IrisTrackR, a purpose-built digital patient tracking platform that helps streamline race day medical operations by empowering medical teams with real-time patient visibility, enhanced coordination, and post-race insights. IrisTrackR is designed for medical operations…

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Youth Baseball Emergency Highlights the Importance of On Field Medical Readiness

Youth Baseball Emergency Highlights the Importance of On-Field Medical Readiness During a baseball tournament in upstate New York, a 12-year-old pitcher, Eddie Frazier, was struck in the head by a line drive and lost consciousness before collapsing on the mound. The game stopped instantl,y and Frazier was rushed to the hospital. His scans would later…

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Tragic Loss Underscores Importance of Emergency Preparedness in Youth Sports

Tragic Loss Underscores Importance of Emergency Preparedness in Youth Sports The tragic death of a high school lacrosse player in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a heartbreaking reminder of the risks athletes can face, even in well-regulated sports. Dylan Veselic was a 16-year-old sophomore who sustained a blunt force craniocervical injury—an impact near the base of the…

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On-Field Collapse During A Recent NWSL Game Underscores Need for Emergency Response Training and Plan

On-Field Collapse During A Recent NWSL Game Underscores Need for Emergency Response Training and Plan During a recent NWSL match between Angel City FC and the Utah Royals, 20-year-old defender Savvy King collapsed on the field just moments after celebrating a teammate’s goal. She was rushed to the hospital and has since undergone successful surgery,…

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Season 2, Episode 3: Coordinating Crisis: Strategies for Managing Mass Casualty Events

Season 2, Episode 3: Coordinating Crisis: Strategies for Managing Mass Casualty Events   This episode of Cogent Conversations features a comprehensive discussion on mass casualty preparedness and the critical role of stress management in emergency training. Host Shelly Weinstein is joined by Cogent Steps Instructors Dr. Megan Mitchell and Joel Bannister, as well as Dr.…

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Earn CEUs and sharpen your skills with the Boston Marathon’s learning management system, sponsored by Cogent Steps

Earn CEUs and sharpen your skills with the Boston Marathon’s learning management system, sponsored by Cogent Steps The 129th Boston Marathon is right around the corner, and Cogent Steps is proud to support the Boston Athletic Association (BAA) as an education sponsor. Our mission has always been to advance the education and hands-on experience of…

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