A longtime orthopedic surgeon, Buffalo, New York, native Michael Parentis, MD, works with the Western New York Knee and Orthopedic Surgery Group. Further, Michael Parentis, MD, retains membership to the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), a collective of over 3,000 sports medicine professionals.Beyond providing educational materials for its members, the AOSSM supports sports medicine research via several grant programs, including the Bart Mann Award. Named after the AOSSM’s inaugural director of research, the Bart Mann Award is available to any AOSSM members who serve the National Institutes of Health (NIH) as grant application reviewers. Via the grant, the AOSSM supports research that benefits the sports medicine profession.First-time Bart Mann Award recipients receive a $5,000 cash grant to put toward their work, in addition to earning recognition in one of the AOSSM’s publications. Further, AOSSM members who have served as grant reviewers on a study section for the NIH in the past become eligible to receive recognition as Bart Mann Award winners.
Since 2001, Michael Parentis, MD, has practiced as an orthopaedic surgeon with the WNY Knee and Orthopedic Surgery Group near Buffalo, New York. Away from his work, Michael Parentis, MD, has coached lacrosse at several levels. Here are some tips for new lacrosse goalies.1. Get good gear. Quality goalie gear will help eliminate your fear of facing fast shots. Equip yourself with a throat guard and purchase specialized gloves to provide added protection to your hands. A well-fitted chest protector, shin guards, and athletic support will enable use your entire body to block shots.2. See the ball. Adjust your position constantly so you can see the ball during play. Being able to see the ball for at least 1 second prior to a shot raises your chances of making a save, as it allows you to read the potential direction of the shot.3. Practice catching and throwing. Goalies are often relied upon to start attacks, which makes good catching and throwing skills essential. Having the ability to properly clear the ball to a teammate will ensure the goalie faces fewer shots while keeping his or her team on the front foot.
