The Center for Orthopedics of Community Memorial (CMH) is excited to announce the addition of an Athletic Trainer Liaison within the healthcare network.

Cody Herbert, MS, ATC, a certified local athletic trainer, joins CMH in a concentrated effort to develop relationships with area secondary schools and universities.  With an extensive history of collaboration with sports medicine team members, Herbert has been in college athletics for more than 15 years after earning both his Bachelor’s (Athletic Training) and Master’s of Science (Human Performance) from Ithaca College.

Offering expertise in direct medical coverage of a variety of college sports throughout his career, previously with the renowned Colgate Athletics program, Herbert understands the array of care aspects involved with injured athletes, lending his knowledge to the collaboration needed when injury occurs.  Having a direct line to the Center for Orthopedics of Community Memorial, which features physicians Richelle Takemoto, MD, and Kamaljeet Banga, MD, along with multiple physician assistants, will enable local athletes to get immediate care.

“The addition of Cody as CMH’s Athletic Trainer Liaison will build relationships between regional sports programs and our team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons,” stated Jeff Coakley, President and CEO of Community Memorial.  “Cody’s experience will assist athletes by providing streamlined orthopedic and sports medicine care in order to provide the best outcomes for athletes across the region.”

As a member of both the National and NYS Athletic Trainer Associations, Herbert is trained and board-certified.  In his new role, he will serve as a direct line to orthopedic care when sports injuries occur.  “I look forward to connecting with local school districts and colleges to build connections and community, which will allow for streamlined care for young athletes,” added Herbert.  “Improving outcomes and offering prompt care options will, in turn, reduce downtime for patients and offer reassurance to the parents and coaches.  After 12 years in Hamilton, I’m thrilled to continue to serve the community in a new fashion and be a part of CMH’s exciting vision and future.”

With the Hospital located in Hamilton, services are streamlined for patient efficiency across all primary care offices, including ancillary services such as laboratory, radiology, rehabilitation and more.  “Often, an athlete may experience a minor injury and after an orthopedic consultation, require physical therapy in order to return to normal activities,” added Herbert.  “Connecting patients to the Community Memorial Center for Orthopedics with outpatient rehabilitation offered right here will provide convenient recovery options.”