The Indianapolis Colts have announced Eden Obomeghie as the team’s candidate for the 2024 NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative.
“I am thrilled to participate in the NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative,” said Obomeghie. “I hope this experience will broaden my skills and understanding of sports medicine.”
Obomeghie is currently pursuing her Doctor of Medicine from the Morehouse School of Medicine. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Houston in 2018. While at Houston, Obomeghie worked as a research assistant for three years (2016-18). She also received an associate’s degree from Houston Community College in 2015.
Launched in 2022, the NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative aims to increase and diversify the pipeline of students interested in pursuing careers in sports medicine and, over time, help to diversify NFL club medical staffs.
Students from 21 medical schools have been matched with NFL clubs across the league for one-month clinical rotations focused on primary care sports medicine and/or orthopedic surgery. The rotations provide students with the opportunity to learn from and work directly with club medical staff as they deliver care to players across the league. Student clinical rotations will begin as training camps open for the 2024 NFL season next month.
During their one-month rotations, students will observe and participate in the care of NFL players, working directly with and under the supervision of the orthopedic team physicians, primary care team physicians, athletic trainers, dietitians, mental health clinicians, strength & conditioning coaches, equipment managers, and others to gain medical knowledge and exposure to patient care in sports medicine. Students will also become familiar with return-to-play protocols and on-field treatment considerations for NFL players.
The Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative is part of the league’s broader commitment to ensure that staff and leaders in the league office and at NFL clubs reflect the racial and gender makeup of America.