Dr. Vonda Wright
Orthopedic Surgery , Director of the Performance and Research Initiative for Masters Athletes (PRIMA)
Bio:
Dr. Vonda Wright, a Sharecare Advisory Board member and practicing Orthopaedic Surgeon, has gained national prominence as an expert in active aging. One of only a few female Orthopaedic surgeons in the country, she specializes in fitness and sports medicine and is the creator and director of the Performance and Research Initiative for Masters Athletes (PRIMA); a first of its kind medical and
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Credentials:
Education
- BS-Biology, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL, 1985-1989
- BS,MS-Oncology Nursing, Rush University, Chicago, IL, 1989-1992
- MD-Medicine, University of Chicago- Pritzker, Chicago, IL, 1995-1999
Board Certifications
- Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
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Videos
90 Seconds to Thrive Race Day Morning After
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How does my body use sugar for energy?
Our body uses the sugar contained in carbohydrates differently. The simple sugar, glucose, is... Full Post 05/19/2012
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How do I get enough zinc if I am a vegetarian?
Although little is known regarding the zinc status of vegetarian athletes, there may be cause... Full Post 05/18/2012
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Kimberly Storti 05/14/2012 -
How can I lose body fat?
Want to Lose Body Fat? Then Eat! Starving will not make your body fat go away. Remember that thin... Full Post 05/14/2012
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Jessica Reed 05/14/2012 -
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What exercises target the arms and shoulders?
Here are some exercises for your arm and shoulder muscles: Scaption/Shrug: Shoulders Stand with... Full Post 05/13/2012
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khaoula meh 05/12/2012
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Anne KruegerWhat's an exercise for preventing shin splints?
Heel step downs are a great exercise for preventing shin splints. Here's how: 1. Stand with... Full Post 05/11/2012
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2011 MOve It and Lose It.
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View All- How do people get vitamin D?
- Vitamin D is present in oily fish, eggs,... More
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Blog
View AllThe HEART of the matter: The TRUE and FALSE of saving yourself from heart attack.
Jul 14, 2011
Something is killing women in this country at an alarming rate! It is not bird flu, e.coli,... Full Post
Cartilage blog #3: Surgical options for cartilage gone bad: microfracture, OATS and ACI
Mar 6, 2011
Well, athletes (we are all athletes if we are exercising towards a goal) this is the 3rd and final... Full Post
