Introducing Our Sports Medicine Division
With numerous sports teams and weather which supports activity year-round, Tampa is the ideal location for those interested in Sports Medicine. In 2023, our Department established a formal Sports Medicine Division, led by Dr. John Kiel. The Division is composed of 3 full-time, fellowship trained emergency physicians who work in the ED providing invaluable hands-on instruction to our residents. Beyond acute injuries, this team plays a crucial role in comprehensive care, including operating a Sports Medicine follow-up clinic. In addition, this year our group is expanding to provide post-concussion care in the outpatient setting. Our goal is to bridge the gap between sports medicine and emergency care ensuring that our residents are competent, and our patients receive the best care possible. Residents have the opportunity to work with our Sports Medicine faculty on shift in the ED and in Sports Med clinic. Residents learn skills and procedural techniques that they can bring back to the ED setting. If you’re looking for a program that is leading the way in Sports Medicine or you’re simply interested in being well-trained in musculoskeletal conditions - USF is the place to be!
Meet our team
Dr. John Kiel
Dr. Kiel completed his Bachelor of the Arts in Psychology at the University of Maine, Masters in Public Health at Emory University Rollins School of Public Health and Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine at University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed a residency in Emergency Medicine at the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, NY and a Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY. Prior to joining USF, he worked for the University of Florida College of Medicine in Jacksonville, FL and was core faculty in their residency program. Now at the USF Morsani College of Medicine, Dr Kiel is an Associate Professor of both Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine. His clinical interests include the intersection of emergency medicine and sports medicine, FOAM, MSK Ultrasound, orthopedic trauma and resident education. Personal passions include CrossFit, cycling and spending time with his family and dog’s Remmy and Huey. He is also a major in the Florida Army National Guard.
Dr. Vanica Guignard
Dr. Vanica Guignard is an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine at the USF Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida. She holds a faculty position in the Department of Emergency Medicine where she is regularly involved in medical education. She completed a residency in Emergency Medicine at the Detroit Medical Center, Detroit Receiving Hospital, MI and a Sports Medicine Fellowship at Medstar Washington Hospital Center (Georgetown University) in Washington, DC. Her academic interests include MSK ultrasound and healthcare disparities. Personal passions include Peloton, hiking, attending concerts, sporting events and comedy shows, trying new restaurants and traveling. She is also involved as a faculty leader for our Women in EM group.
Dr. Diego Riveros
Dr. Diego Riveros is an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine at the University of South Florida. A lifelong Gator fan, Dr. Riveros completed his medical school training at the University of Florida before coming down to Tampa to complete his Emergency Medicine residency at USF. Afterwards, he spent a year in Morgantown WV completing his Primary Care Sports Medicine fellowship at WVU. Dr. Riveros enjoys spending time with his friends and family, including his wife and two Labrador Retrievers. Personal interests include camping, hiking, boating, and snowboarding.
Interested in learning more about sports medicine?
Contact Dr. Kiel, Director of our Sports Medicine Division, at johnkiel@usf.edu or reach out to Drs. Guignard or Riveros! You can also check out Dr. Kiel’s WikiSM site.
