The Power of Representation: Dr. Derrick Burgess

Belonging In The South: A Guide For Misfits

Think back to your high school days, when it wasn’t “cool” to be one of the smart kids. Now imagine also being a minority in the South, and how would it affect your sense of belonging?

Sharing his story of breaking stereotypes and identity on the show today is Derrick Burgess, MD. He found his calling in helping minority athletes, but it was the great training and mentorship he received throughout his life that helped him get to where he is today.

From the lessons learned from his family to the community he found at historically black universities, you’ll hear how Dr. Burgess is giving back as an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician.

Listen in to learn more about his journey, and how persistence and passion can get you anywhere!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• How Dr. Burgess’s grandfather’s civil rights work shaped his life
• His experience being labeled “smart” as a minority
• Attending HBCUs and living outside the South
• Working as a team physician at Jackson State University
• Why he loves mentoring young athletes to join the medical field
• What he’s learned from his podcast, Time Out With The Sports Dr
• One of his most surprising podcast episodes
• How Dr. Burgess stays grounded and balances work/family
• Important lessons he’s teaching his children

Hear more from Dr. Derrick Burgess on his podcast, Time Out With The Sports Dr: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/

Connect with Dr. Burgess:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-md-faaos-72047b246/
https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/

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