David Howland Wang MD MS

Sports Medicine (Non-Surgical)

Director Sports Medicine, Quinnipiac University

Quinnipiac University275 Mount Carmel AveHamden, CT 06518
Phone+1 203-582-8786

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Summary

NEW TOUGH - Concussion Awareness Hockey PSA.

Headway Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit targeting sports concussions. Founded by athletes, for athletes. www.headwayfoundation.com

Can Spinning Cause Concussions in Skaters?

Spectacular spins are a hallmark of figure skating, and no one was better at them than Lucinda Ruh-otherwise known as the "Queen of Spin." "Spinning became a pa

Doctor Creates Rap Song To Highlight Concussion Symptoms

David Wang figured it was a good way to educate young athletes about possible brain injuries,

Education & Training

University of California (San Diego) Medical CenterResidency, Family Medicine, 1991 - 1993
University of MinnesotaResidency, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 1990 - 1991
Center for Family Medicine (Sioux Falls)Internship, Family Medicine, 1989 - 1990
University of Minnesota Medical SchoolClass of 1989
University of MinnesotaMSc, Exercise Physiology, 1986

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Certifications & Licensure

CT State Medical License 2009 - 2026
MN State Medical License 1990 - 2010
CA State Medical License 1991 - 1994
American Board of Family Medicine Family Medicine
American Board of Family Medicine Sports Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

Top Doctor Sports Medicine Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine, 2009
Residency Teaching Award 1993

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

13 citations
Concussion reporting, return to learn, and return to play experiences in a sample of private preparatory high school students.
Dana Waltzman, Jill Daugherty, Katherine Snedaker, Jason Bouton, David Wang
Brain Injury. 2020-07-22
4 citations
Concussion Experiences in New England Private Preparatory High School Students Who Played Sports or Recreational Activities.
Jill Daugherty, Dana Waltzman, Katherine Snedaker, Jason Bouton, Xinjian Zhang
The Journal of School Health. 2020-05-05
23 citations
Sex differences in concussion: a review of brain anatomy, function, and biomechanical response to impact
Matthew J Solomito, Hannah S. Reuman, David Wang
Brain Injury. 2019-01-01

Journal Articles

Post–COVID-19 Neurological Syndrome and Concussion
Wang, D; Trojian, T; Leddy J, Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine, 11/1/2022
Concussion reporting behaviors in student athletes across sexes and levels of contact
Haley M Chizuk1,2 , Mohammad N Haider1, Matthew Solomito3, Regina Kostyun3, Barry S Willer2,4, John J Leddy1,2 and David Wang, Journal of Concussion, 4/1/2021
Differences in Sport-Related Concussion History, Reporting Behavior, and Return to Learn and Sport Timelines in Public versus Private High School Student Athletes
Eric G. Post, Traci R. Snedden, Katherine Snedaker, Jason Bouton & David Wang, Brain Injury, 2/1/2021

Books/Book Chapters

Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science: Volleyball
Chapter: The Female Athlete
Wang D, Arendt EBlackwell Science, Ltd.2003

Lectures

Pros and Cons of Orthotic Use
Select Physical Therapy Annual Conference, Farmington, CT - 8/7/2012
Performance and Ergogenic Aids
Resident Lecture, Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, Hartford, CT - 2/10/2012
Concussions in Sports. Stumbling Blocks to Pediatric Wellness
Wethersfield Conference Center, Wethersfield, CT - 10/21/2011

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