And that is the fault of the NCAA. They attempted to put in place, as you stated a procedure for dqs that would protect the athlete, unfortunately it didn't go far enough and provide for healthcare advocates for the player or an appeal process.
To be fair, you could never get a MD that was an expert in all possible injury/medical scenarios. This wasn't an injury with a bum knee or torn up shoulder, which is generally the type of problem that is typically thought of with sports medicine. Having said that, that is the very reason he, or any single physician in Tucker's position, should defer to the expertise of specialists, most of which wouldn't be considered sports medicine docs. A better set up would probably be to have a board of physicians that would include a cardiologist, neurologist, orthopedist, etc.
Isn't that what he did but the issue was he sided with the specialist he was comfortable with?
I suppose. However, it seems like he was looking for a conformation of his own opinion versus gathering information to form an objective opinion.
Has another hearing been scheduled or something else I haven't heard about? I read the article stating that he was now considering transferring if he was not allowed to play. Any input would be greatly appreciated. I have always been pulling for this kid.
I have my St. Anthony prayer card out...patron Saint of Miracles.
Unfortunately it's not that simple. iIRC SU "caused" the problem that led to the clotting.
Yes, I'm planning on asking for St. Jude to get involved.
Just getting on this forum some days makes me pray to him.
Best to Steven today.
