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“Physicians protecting fighters around the world”

 

 

Welcome to the ARP

Affiliated with the American College of Sports Medicine

For Physicians

2011 “Outstanding Contribution to Mixed Martial Arts Award” winner Big John McCarthy and ARP President Dr. Joseph Estwanik

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Welcome to the web site of the Association of Ringside Physicians; an international, non-profit organization dedicated to the health and safety of the boxer and mixed martial arts athlete.

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2013 ARP Annual Meeting October 24th—26th at the VDARA Hotel

and Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada!  Click here for more!

 

 

2011 “Ringside Physician of the Year” recipient Dr. Robert Boltuch with Pinklon Thomas and Emanuel Steward.

2012 Meeting Review

The 2012 Meeting held

in San Francisco was well-received.  The meeting was well-attended and the educational speakers did an outstanding job. Click here for a complete review by Dr. Raymond Monsell.

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Statement of the ARP, in conjunction with the American College of Sports Medicine, in support of Federal legislation  providing for a United States Boxing Commission

The ARP in conjunction with the ACSM have issued this policy statement.  Read More here.

 

 

Updated 1/13

 

New Membership Benefits

Automatic enrollment in the ARP Forum is underway, and new “Physician ID badges” for use at events are being produced.  Check out our membership page.

ARP Discussion Forum Automatic Registration

If you are a member of the ARP, you should have received an e-mail welcoming you to the Discussion Forum.  Please log on and participate in the discussions, and post questions or comments!

 

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Emanuel Steward: A Legend — A Hero — A Friend

Emanuel Steward meant so much to so many: a teacher, a mentor, a colleague, a role model, an inspiration, an icon, a legend, a hero, a friend. Read more here.

 

 

Ringside-specific liability insurance

is available. 

 

Click here for more.