TimeOut With The SportsDr. Podcast

Dr. Derrick Burgess
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I'm Dr Derrick Burgess, board certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Sportsmedicine specialist, and host of TimeOut With The SportsDr Podcast. This is the show where life, sports and medicine intersect! Are you a young professional who is successful but not fulfilled? Are you interested in changing the trajectory of your family for future generations? Do you feel that everything you know about money is just enough to keep you caught in the rat race? If you answer yes to any of these questions, this podcast is for you. Join in every week to gain practical tips about how to strengthen your mindset, grow your assets and achieve the level of success that you desire. I want to share what I've learned and been able to accomplish with you. Because,….if I can do it, you can too!...

  1. Sep 7

    Train Smart, Stay Safe: What Every Athlete and Parent Needs to Know

    Getting back into sports is exciting, but it also comes with important responsibilities for athletes, parents, and coaches. As the school year begins and sports seasons get underway, student-athletes are facing intense practices, long tournament days, and extreme heat. Knowing how to properly prepare, hydrate, recover, and respond to warning signs can make a major difference in keeping young athletes safe. For student-athletes, staying healthy is about more than simply showing up for practice. Consistent nutrition and hydration, adequate rest, proper strength training, and paying attention to injuries can help the body handle the demands of a long season. Understanding the signs of heat illness, concussion, and overuse injuries is also important, especially when an athlete may be tempted to push through pain or return to play too soon. In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, Dr. Derrick Burgess joins registered dietitian Rebecca Turner to talk about staying safe and healthy during the back-to-school and sports season. They discuss heat safety, hydration, nutrition, recognizing serious symptoms, common sports injuries, concussion care, overuse injuries, early sports specialization, cross-training, and preparing the body for competition. Most importantly, they remind parents and athletes to be proactive, listen to the body, and know when an injury or symptom needs to be evaluated. "Just really paying attention to your athlete as a parent, you're gonna know when that child's not themselves, and that's gonna be a sign for you. Trust your gut."— Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:02:37 – Heat, nutrition, and hydration 00:04:38 – Understanding wet bulb temperature 00:06:16 – Signs of heat illness 00:08:36 – Heat safety for parents and athletes 00:11:09 – Preparing for sports emergencies 00:14:53 – Concussions and early evaluation 00:17:18 – Preventing overuse injuries 00:18:37 – Strength training and cross-training 00:19:10 – Sports specialization 00:20:42 – Staying healthy beyond sports physicals 00:21:27 – Friday night sports medicine clinics Key Takeaways:   "With the heat right now, we know it's intense, so it starts off first with nutrition, hydration." — Dr. Derrick Burgess "Just like with everything else when it comes to hydration, consistency over time matters." — Rebecca Turner "The wet bulb temperature is a better measure of the impact of the temperature on your body." — Dr. Derrick Burgess "If you have somebody who has stopped sweating and cramping really badly, you need to call 911 and you also need to cool that athlete." — Dr. Derrick Burgess "I think you have to be proactive. I think it starts off with education." — Dr. Derrick Burgess "Being able to remove yourself from that exposure to the sun can help the body's core temperature cool down, especially in between games." — Dr. Derrick Burgess "We have to be vigilant for any athlete that's just doing the same thing over and over and over using those same muscle systems over and over without cross-training." — Dr. Derrick Burgess Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about Scrubs to Skylines: https://www.instagram.com/scrubstoskylines/ This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    Train Smart, Stay Safe: What Every Athlete and Parent Needs to Know

  2. Aug 24

    Light Therapy, Recovery, and the Future of Wellness with Alon Lustman

    Taking care of your body is not just about pushing harder. It is also about understanding how your body heals, recovers, and responds to the tools we use to support it. As red light therapy, infrared treatments, and peptides become more popular, it is important to know what is backed by science and what is simply good marketing. For athletes, active people, and anyone dealing with pain or recovery, the right treatment can make a difference. Light therapy is being explored for everything from muscle recovery and injury healing to skin health and acne. But with so many products available, knowing what you are using, why you are using it, and whether it is actually right for you matters. In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, Dr. Derrick Burgess sits down with Alon Lustman of Zero Gravity Skin to explore light therapy, recovery, and emerging wellness treatments. They break down red, infrared, and blue light, discuss how these therapies may support the body's natural healing process, and explore the growing interest in peptides. Most importantly, they emphasize the importance of looking beyond the hype, asking questions, and making informed choices about what you put on and in your body. "Do your due diligence. Make sure you're using the right sources and just verify yourself. Just because you're doing something doesn't mean it's the right thing." — Alon Lustman  Topics Covered: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:32 – Welcoming our guest, Alon Lustman 00:02:07 – The science behind light therapy 00:05:50 – Red, infrared, and blue light 00:08:30 – Light and natural healing 00:09:32 – Light therapy for athletes 00:12:02 – Heat, cold, and contrast therapy 00:15:56 – Advertisement: Struggling with your finances as a young physician? Doc2Doc Lending is here for you. Founded by doctors, we offer loans tailored to your unique career path—crediting your certifications and specialty training. Visit https://www.doc2doclending.com/ today. 00:19:14 – Avoiding misleading claims 00:21:19 – Light therapy, peptides, and athlete safety 00:25:17 – Know what you put in your body 00:27:55 – About Zero Gravity Skin 00:29:01 – Education is key 00:31:54 – Do your due diligence Key Takeaways:   "You want something effective and you wanna make sure it's in the right dosage as well." — Alon Lustman "It's hard for me to tell you good peptides because it is such an iffy thing right now. There's not a good regulation to it." — Alon Lustman "There are so many different indications for using blue light, red light, infrared, and that's something that you have to really educate yourself more on." — Dr. Derrick Burgess "What goes in your body, you're responsible for it." — Dr. Derrick Burgess "Education is key." — Alon Lustman About Our Guest Alon Lustman is a skincare and longevity specialist at Zero Gravity with over a decade of experience in non-invasive skin rejuvenation. With a background in cognitive science and physics from Israel, he combines science and innovation to help people achieve healthier, youthful skin and support overall well-being.  Connect with Alon: Web: https://beyondconference.com/speakers/alon-lustman/; https://zerogravityskin.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zerogravityskin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZeroGravitySkin/ Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about Scrubs to Skylines: https://www.instagram.com/scrubstoskylines/ This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    Light Therapy, Recovery, and the Future of Wellness with Alon Lustman

  3. Aug 10

    Leveling the Playing Field in Athlete Healthcare

    Providing quality healthcare for athletes isn't just about having more resources. It's about building stronger systems, creating meaningful partnerships, and making sure every athlete receives the care they deserve. HBCU athletic programs often face significant gaps in funding, staffing, facilities, nutrition, rehabilitation, and access to specialty care. These challenges can shape daily medical operations, but they should never lead to lower standards of care. Meeting these needs requires creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to finding solutions. In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, Dr. Derrick Burgess explores the realities of caring for HBCU athletes and what it takes to build a stronger sports medicine system. He highlights the importance of representation and trust, mentorship and career development, coordinated medical care, and partnerships with health systems, specialists, trainers, donors, and communities. The episode offers an important lesson: closing the resource gap isn't about lowering expectations, but about building the networks and systems necessary to help athletes thrive. "Smaller budgets do not mean you have less talented athletes, and it definitely does not mean you have less serious medical needs." – Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:18 – HBCU healthcare gaps 00:03:06 – The power of mentorship 00:05:06 – The opportunity that started it all 00:08:19 – The orthopedic surgeon shortage 00:09:37 – The role of a team physician 00:11:17 – How funding affects athlete care 00:13:56 – Community impact 00:14:16 – Partnerships that close the gap 00:16:12 – Partnerships that close the gap 00:17:54 – Building the medical pipeline 00:18:49 – Team physicians as leaders 00:19:52 – Representation builds trust Key Takeaways:   "We have to be able to take good care of our athletes." "We should be doing more protecting our athletes and taking care of our athletes." "Being in the community is very hard to take care of a team by yourself if you do not have these resources." "Representation can improve trust. If they don't trust you, they will never talk to you." "The best team physicians build networks." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about Scrubs to Skylines: https://www.instagram.com/scrubstoskylines/ This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    Leveling the Playing Field in Athlete Healthcare

  4. Jul 27

    Habits lead, Results follow

    Success is rarely the result of one big moment. More often, it comes from the small habits, consistent choices, and support systems that shape who we become over time. Many people focus on goals, but goals alone don't create lasting change. Without systems, it's easy to lose momentum once the excitement fades. Whether you're pursuing better health, growing a business, recovering from injury, or striving for excellence in your career, sustainable progress depends on the routines you build and the people you surround yourself with. In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, Dr. Derrick Burgess brings together key lessons from Atomic Habits alongside conversations with athletes, coaches, entrepreneurs, and mental health professionals. Together, they explore why small improvements lead to remarkable results, how mental fitness goes beyond mental toughness, the importance of asking for help before reaching a crisis, and practical ways to stay focused, intentional, and resilient while pursuing long-term success. "We need to do a better job of being preventative rather than waiting for a crisis." – Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:28 – Breakthroughs take time 00:02:15 – Goals vs. systems: Why systems win 00:04:16 – The power of small routines 00:05:06 – What busyness steals from your life 00:07:08 – The importance of reflection and self-evaluation 00:07:35 – Focus on your trajectory 00:08:50 – Building mental fitness through intentional discipline 00:12:20 – Create Your SOS List 00:15:26 – Healing from burnout and choosing a new path 00:19:44 – Mental toughness vs. mental health 00:21:05 – Prevention is better than crisis intervention 00:21:59 – Looking beyond the athlete 00:22:16 – The power of unconditional support Key Takeaways:   "The most powerful outcomes are usually delayed." "Goals are the results you want to achieve. Systems are the processes that lead to results." "The purpose of a goal is to win the game. Systems help you stay in the game." "Things that suffer when you don't get unbusy are your relationships, your recreation, your rest, and your relationship with God." "Be more concerned about your trajectory than your current location." "A made-up mind and a person with nothing to lose are powerful." "The same workout becomes harder when your mind is challenged." "Sometimes letting someone know they're on your SOS list can be the difference maker." "Mental health is a spectrum, and we're all on that journey." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about Scrubs to Skylines: https://www.instagram.com/scrubstoskylines/ This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    Habits lead, Results follow

  5. Jul 13

    The Hidden Cost Of Breaking Barriers

    Some conversations are difficult, but they are also necessary. Moments of tragedy often lead us to reflect on our own experiences, the people we care about, and the realities that still exist in our communities today. For many professionals from underrepresented backgrounds, success can also bring unexpected challenges. As opportunities increase, it is not uncommon to find yourself in spaces where few people share your experiences or understand the weight that comes with being one of the first or one of only a few. Finding support, building community, and creating opportunities for those who come after us becomes just as important as achieving success itself. In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, Dr. Derrick Burgess reflects on the tragic death of Nolan Xavier Wells and the conversations it sparked about identity, representation, and belonging. Drawing from his own experiences as one of the few Black orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi, he shares the importance of mentorship, protecting your mental health, staying connected to your community, and using your platform to open doors for others. This is an honest conversation about leadership, resilience, and the responsibility of lifting others as you climb. "We have to continue to make intentional decisions to expose our children, so they can have a true identity." Topics Covered: 00:00:00 – Honoring Nolan Xavier Wells 00:02:00 – When success brings isolation 00:03:10 – Growing up and finding identity 00:04:07 – The impact of the HBCU experience 00:05:39 – Representation in medicine matters 00:09:45 – Reflections from the Essence Festival 00:11:18 – Raising children with a strong sense of identity 00:12:38 – The reality of being one of a few 00:13:33 – Finding mentorship and community 00:14:29 – Don't make yourself an island 00:15:03 – Use your platform to lift others 00:16:02 – Share your story, not just your success 00:17:06 – Using your gifts for good Key Takeaways:   "With success, many times comes isolation." "The higher you climb, the more isolated it becomes." "It wasn't just a question, it was, 'How do I survive?'" "Don't make yourself an island." "Continue to lift as you climb." "Don't just share the success, share the failures as well." "Make sure that you are protecting your mental health." "You are chosen for a reason. You're given your talents and abilities for a reason. Make sure you're using them for good." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about Scrubs to Skylines: https://www.instagram.com/scrubstoskylines/ This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    The Hidden Cost Of Breaking Barriers

  6. Jun 29

    Building Hope, Changing Futures: A Conversation with the CEO of Ethlyn's Hope

    Many people will never see what life looks like inside an orphanage or in a community where even a simple meal is uncertain. It is easy to hear about poverty from a distance, but being present changes the way you understand both the challenges people face and the resilience they carry every day. Real change rarely begins with a grand plan. More often, it starts with one person responding to a need, one relationship at a time, and choosing to keep showing up year after year. Over time, those small acts of faithfulness can grow into something that changes countless lives. What stands out most is not only the work being done, but the hope it creates. A safe place to live, the opportunity to go to school, access to medical care, and the chance to learn a trade can change the direction of a child's future. In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, Dr. Derrick Burgess sits down with Ethlyn Cowan, founder of Ethlyn's Hope Center in Kenya. She shares the remarkable story of how a calling to missionary work grew into a home for orphaned children and a ministry that now serves thousands through education, medical missions, and community outreach. Together, they reflect on the realities of poverty, the power of faithful service, and why investing in people can leave a lasting impact for generations to come. "The Holy Spirit literally spoke to me and told me I need to be doing this kind of work, missionary work, using my skills as a nurse to help those who are disadvantaged." – Ethlyn Cowan Topics Covered: 00:00:00 – Introducing Ethlyn Cowan and Ethlyn's Hope 00:02:10 – How the mission began 00:03:50 – The story behind Ethlyn's Hope 00:04:34 – How local women inspired the mission 00:06:28 – The $1,000 donation that helped start the center 00:09:01 – The realities of poverty in rural Kenya 00:12:12 – The children of Ethlyn's Hope 00:13:32 – Success stories from the center 00:15:36 – Growing the medical mission 00:16:55 – Partnership with Maseno University 00:18:40 – How to donate and sponsor a child 00:19:21 – Future plans for a vocational center 00:20:42 – Why this work matters 00:21:55 – Closing remarks Key Takeaways:   "These are poor women also, but they didn't just stay home. They were trying to help make sure that these kids go to school." "As poor as they are, these people are rich in spirit." – Ethlyn Cowan "When you engage with them, you can't help but to want to be a part of what's going on and want to help them and see them succeed." – Dr. Derrick Burgess "You don't have to be anything medical. As long as you've got two hands and two feet, we will find something for you to do." – Ethlyn Cowan "This definitely is a trip that's worth spending the money on. You come and you will not go back the same."– Ethlyn Cowan "Even if you don't have a heart, you'll still find one." – Dr. Derrick Burgess About Our Guest Ethlyn Cowan is a registered nurse, missionary, and founder of Ethlyn's Hope Center, a community-based organization serving vulnerable children and families in Marera, Kenya. After earning her master's degree in Global Health, a practicum in Kenya led to a lifelong commitment to the community. Working alongside local women, she helped establish an orphanage and continues to lead annual medical missions that provide healthcare, education, and support to children and families in the surrounding villages. Guided by Matthew 25:40, Ethlyn is passionate about serving others and believes that lasting change begins by making a difference one person at a time.  Connect with Ethlyn Cowan Website: https://www.ethlynshopewomen.org/ Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about Scrubs to Skylines: https://www.instagram.com/scrubstoskylines/ This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    Building Hope, Changing Futures: A Conversation with the CEO of Ethlyn's Hope

  7. Jun 15

    5 Years of Impact: A Heartfelt Thank You from The SportsDr

    Five years is a long time to stay committed to anything. Over that time, priorities change, responsibilities grow, and life looks different than it did at the beginning. What starts as an idea often requires far more patience, flexibility, and persistence than expected. Building something consistently also teaches lessons that cannot be learned from a book or a course. Many of those lessons come from trial and error, adjusting when things are not working, and continuing even when progress feels slow. It is easy to focus on downloads, views, and other numbers. But some of the most meaningful impact happens in conversations, connections, and feedback from people whose lives have been influenced in ways that cannot always be measured. In this special 5th anniversary episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, Dr. Derrick Burgess reflects on the journey from launching the podcast in 2021 to producing more than 220 episodes and interviewing over 130 guests. He shares five lessons he has learned along the way, including the importance of consistency, adaptability, adding value to others, and focusing on impact rather than metrics. Through personal reflections and highlights from past episodes, this conversation offers practical encouragement for anyone working toward a long-term goal or building something that matters to them.  "You will never know the extent of your potential until you give it something to do. Your potential needs to be tested." – Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: 00:01:02 – Celebrating five years of the podcast 00:03:28 – Lesson #1: Consistency is key 00:05:50 – Lesson #2: Don't take yourself too seriously 00:07:18 – Lesson #3: Be adaptable 00:08:31 – Lesson #4: Add value to others 00:10:21 – Lesson #5: The power of organic growth 00:11:13 – Why impact is bigger than numbers 00:13:19 – Just start and keep going 00:15:22 – Finding value in every experience 00:17:24 – Advice for aspiring podcasters 00:18:48 – The importance of delegation and support 00:19:43 – Why the perfect time never comes 00:21:19 – Focus on your trajectory, not your current position 00:22:00 – Defining success through your values 00:23:11 – Mental toughness and positive self-talk 00:24:57 – Growth requires doing the work 00:25:59 – Reaching your full potential 00:26:54 – Closing Key Takeaways:   "Consistency is key, and from that, you'll continue to grow, continue to refine your processes, and new opportunities will open up." "Always be open to collaborate with others." "Your impact is more than you can measure through those numbers." "If you are adaptable and you're willing to grow and learn as you go, I promise you it will be a blessing more than you can understand where you are right now." "Your most valuable asset is your time." "The time is now. Waiting on the season to be perfect probably will not occur." "Be more concerned about your trajectory than your current location." "Don't worry about the one that you just shot, worry about the next one." "You can't continue to stay on the negative mental side, because it's just gonna take you down." "Disappoint procrastination and commit to releasing your full potential." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about Scrubs to Skylines: https://www.instagram.com/scrubstoskylines/ This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    5 Years of Impact: A Heartfelt Thank You from The SportsDr

  8. Jun 1

    More Than a Trip: Building Family Bonds Through Global Experiences

    Family travel requires intention. In the middle of demanding careers, packed schedules, and the responsibilities of raising children, meaningful time together rarely happens by accident. It is something that must be prioritized. The experiences children have outside of their everyday environment can shape how they view the world. Visiting different countries, interacting with people from different cultures, and seeing life from another perspective often teaches lessons that extend far beyond what can be learned in a classroom. These moments also create opportunities to build values that last. Gratitude, curiosity, compassion, and service are often developed through experiences that challenge assumptions and expand understanding. In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, Dr. Derrick Burgess shares from Nairobi, Kenya, where his family is enjoying time together before participating in mission work with Ethlyn's Hope. Through conversations with his wife and children, he reflects on why his family chooses experiences over extravagance, the importance of exposing children to different cultures, and the role travel has played in strengthening family bonds, broadening perspectives, and cultivating a heart for serving others. "The more I travel, the smaller the world feels and the more common qualities I feel that all humans have, no matter your race, your gender, your sexuality. I feel that we are more alike than we are different."  – Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: (00:00:44) Celebrating five years of the podcast (00:01:12) Why family travel is a priority (00:03:29) Kenya mission trip and Ethlyn's Hope (00:04:41) Exploring Nairobi and experiencing Kenyan culture (00:05:47) The family's philosophy on travel (00:06:38) A perspective on international travel (00:08:53) Preparing for a first mission trip (00:09:59) The value of firsthand experiences (00:12:50) How travel strengthens family bonds (00:13:08) Broadening perspectives through new cultures (00:14:07) People are more alike than different (00:14:40) Teaching children the importance of serving others (00:15:20) Closing message  Key Takeaways:   "We look at travel as a way of expanding our children's horizons, especially on a global scale." "The truth about how beautiful these countries are and that they're not as bad as everybody makes them seem." "We always focus on our differences, but traveling around the world, you just notice how much the different cultures are alike." "Seeing her heart to give back, that instilled something in me to want to use the gifts and talents that God gave me to help others." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about Scrubs to Skylines: https://www.instagram.com/scrubstoskylines/ This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    More Than a Trip: Building Family Bonds Through Global Experiences
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I'm Dr Derrick Burgess, board certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Sportsmedicine specialist, and host of TimeOut With The SportsDr Podcast. This is the show where life, sports and medicine intersect! Are you a young professional who is successful but not fulfilled? Are you interested in changing the trajectory of your family for future generations? Do you feel that everything you know about money is just enough to keep you caught in the rat race? If you answer yes to any of these questions, this podcast is for you. Join in every week to gain practical tips about how to strengthen your mindset, grow your assets and achieve the level of success that you desire. I want to share what I've learned and been able to accomplish with you. Because,….if I can do it, you can too!...

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