Dr. David Geier is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Charleston, South Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina. He helps athletes and active people feel and perform their best, regardless of age, injuries and medical history. He has been featured in major media publications and shows over 2,500 times throughout his career.
Worldwide obesity has nearly doubled since 1980. Being obese and overweight are the fifth-leading risk for global deaths. In 2005, the United States spent an estimated $190 billion on obesity-related health care expenses. One study found in 2006 that per capita medical spending for obese individuals was an additional $1429 (42% higher) when compared with nonobese individuals. Another study concluded that over the course of a lifetime, per-person costs for obesity were similar to those for smoking.
Source: American Journal of Sports Medicine, Published online before print January 23, 2015
Through the stories of a dozen athletes whose injuries and recovery advanced the field (including Joan Benoit, Michael Jordan, Brandi Chastain, and Tommy John), Dr. Geier explains how sports medicine makes sports safer for the pros, amateurs, student-athletes, and weekend warriors alike.
Worldwide obesity has nearly doubled since 1980. Being obese and overweight are the fifth-leading risk for global deaths. In 2005, the United States spent an estimated $190 billion on obesity-related health care expenses. One study found in 2006 that per capita medical spending for obese individuals was an additional $1429 (42% higher) when compared with nonobese individuals. Another study concluded that over the course of a lifetime, per-person costs for obesity were similar to those for smoking.