Indiana University of Pennsylvania Athletics

It is the goal of the IUP Sports Medicine Department to provide optimal care to the varsity athletes who sustain injuries as a result of participation in supervised competitions and practices.

The Sports Medicine Department serves as a medical resource for varsity athletes, coaches and administrators on matters pertaining to the field of sports medicine.

SPORTS MEDICINE STAFF 

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SPORTS MEDICINE FACILITIES

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

The Sports Medicine Department has developed various policies and procedures to help streamline the care of the athlete. 

Policies & Procedures (Student-Athletes) | Policies & Procedures (Coaches) -  Includes A) Reporting/Evaluation of an Injury, B) Treatment/Rehabilitation, C) Physician Referral, and D) Hours of Operation 

Required Sports Medicine Forms - All IUP athletes are required to provide medical and insurance information to the Sports Medicine Department. On this page, you will find out what forms must be completed prior to participation with an IUP athletics team.

Substance Abuse Policy - IUP's substance abuse policy, updated summer 2024.

IUP Athletics Emergency Action Plan - Updated for 2024-25

MENTAL HEALTH

In case of an emergency: dial 911, go to the Indiana Regional Medical Center, contact University Police at 724-357-2141, or call the Armstrong-Indiana Crisis Hotline at 1-877-333-2470.

• The IUP Counseling Center - We get it. The transition to college can be tough! The IUP Counseling Center is here to help. Wondering how to get started? The Counseling Center is available by phone (724-357-2621) or email (counseling-center@iup.edu) Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. In your email, write, “Hi, I’m interested in scheduling an appointment.” You will receive a response from the department secretary with scheduling options.  
• IUP Athletics Mental Health Management Plan

• IUP Emergency Operations Plan - The Emergency Operations Plan is a step-by-step guide explaining the university’s official course of action in the event of an emergency situation, incident, or disaster. The EOP has bee developed as a guide for reacting to major emergencies and disasters that may have the potential to cause significant disruption to the normal operation of IUP campuses.

CONCUSSION

IUP Athletics Concussion Policy (updated November, 2023)

EDUCATION, NCAA FORMS, AND BEST PRACTICES

NCAA.org Medical Conditions - Information from the NCAA regarding health & safety, including ADHD, concussions, eating disorders, heat illness, mental health and the sickle cell trait.

Sports Medicine Related Organizations - There are many organizations that have integral roles in the field of sports medicine. 

VISITING TEAMS

IUP Sports Medicine Visitor Information - If your school is competing at IUP, click below to find AT contacts and information about Sports Medicine Clinic times and amenities that will be offer to your team upon your arrival at IUP.

Visitor's Guide by Facility - Kovalchick Complex | Miller Stadium | South Campus | Pidgeon Natatorium 

ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATION PROGRAMS (ATP)

IUP Graduate Programs in Kinesiology, Health, and Sport Science - With a Graduate Degree, You Can Expand Your Athletic Job Field. The field of play grows significantly when you advance to graduate studies in health and physical education. Your academic credentials increase your pay scale, and your career choices expand to more arenas, such as management of sport programs, corporate fitness facilities, and sports medicine.