Meet Our Experts
Treatment
like the pros.
SportMed Connect gives every athlete, coach, parent, and program 24/7 access to a trusted network of sports medicine professionals. Our care team brings deep experience and shares our athlete-first mission: exceptional care for any athlete, anywhere. From injury prevention and recovery to long-term performance and wellness, our roster of experts is your team behind the team.
With SportMed Connect, exceptional care is always on your sidelines.
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Shaun Garff, DO
CEO/CMO, Founder
Dr. Garff has extensive clinical experience caring for athletes across all levels. He specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sports-related injuries, with advanced training in non-surgical care. A leader in the virtual care space, he brings forward-thinking solutions to support athletes anytime, anywhere.
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Dr. Jordan Ellis
Sports Medicine Physician
Dr. Ellis brings over 15 years of experience treating athletes at every level, from high school to professional. Known for her athlete-first approach, she specializes in injury diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, and return-to-play strategy that balances performance and long-term health.
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Carlos Moreno, PhD
Sports Psychologist
Dr. Moreno focuses on building mental resilience in competitive athletes. From performance anxiety to post-injury confidence, he helps athletes strengthen the mental side of the game to unlock their full potential both on and off the field.
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Heather Liu, RD, CSSD
Sports Dietitian
Heather is a registered dietitian and certified specialist in sports dietetics. She helps athletes fuel for performance, optimize recovery, and navigate nutrition through every phase of training, competition, and recovery.
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Mike Simmons, ATC
Certified Athletic Trainer
Mike provides frontline care and injury triage for athletes, with experience ranging from youth tournaments to professional leagues. His hands-on approach and quick decision-making help prevent minor issues from becoming major setbacks.
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Rebecca Tanaka, DPT
Physical Therapist
Rebecca is a board-certified physical therapist with extensive experience in sports rehab and performance recovery. She works closely with athletes to develop individualized plans that restore strength, mobility, and confidence after injury.
We offer a comprehensive network of sports physicians right in your hands.
Get access to an on-call sports medicine specialist — initial triage calls are available now. This service also includes follow-up on recommendations and integration into our system for ongoing injury management.