FNSW Announce Chief Medical Officer
Football NSW is pleased to announce Dr Corey Cunningham, as its first chief medical officer (CMO).
Dr Cunningham’s honorary appointment will provide, via Football NSW, the Football Community with medical advice and education for players, coaches and officials.
Football NSW CEO Eddie Moore says the appointment means the Football NSW will now have access to one of the country’s most experienced football doctors and sports medicine experts.
“We are delighted to have Corey in the role as CMO.
“He brings an enormous experience, skill and expertise to Football NSW and the ability to build a national network of learning in sports medicine and injury management.
“His experience across many sports, National teams, major events and from his personal Sports Medicine practice brings a wealth of knowledge to Football.”
Dr Cunningham, a fellow of the Australasian College of Sports Physicians, was looking forward to the job at hand at Australia’s largest State Member Football Federation.
"It is an honour to be Football NSW’s first chief medical officer and I am looking forward to working with Football NSW and the wider football community." Said Cunningham.
"We hope to improve the care of all footballers through injury management, injury prevention and return to sport rehabilitation strategies"
Players, coaches and referees will also have access to a wide range of guidelines including; concussion, hydration and heat policy and sudden collapse management.
As part of his role as CMO, Dr Cunningham will provide medical feedback from Football NSW to Football Federation Australia and will continue assisting with the development of FFAs medical policy and guidelines.
One of Cunningham’s first roles is to assist with Football NSW’s Pink Slip campaign set to commence in March encouraging registered football players over the age of 35 to get a check-up with their local GP before the official football season kicks off.
"Over 35s and 45s Football is growing area of our game and Football as sport is great way to stay active, spend time with mates and friends and to enjoy the Game we love.
"Like any physical activity at this age you need to ensure you are prepared for the start of the season and continue to monitor and manage your health through the season.
"Before you start this season, we are encouraging players to get their "pink slip".
"While our intentions may be to play like we did in our teens and twenties, our physical make up has not also kept pace.
"Some simple steps to follow include checking with your GP, getting active and watching your diet and beverage consumption.
"Hopefully with a better understanding of where your body is at, some advice from your GP, some pre-season training and taking time to warm up prior to training and matches you will be able to spend more time on the pitch than off this year."
