USA Cycling has appointed a chief medical officer, naming Dr. Michael Roshon to the volunteer position. Roshon is chief of medical staff for the Penrose-St. Francis health services in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and has performed other volunteer work for the national governing body in the past, including leading webinars related to athlete health and well-being.
In the new role, he will lead USA Cycling’s medical strategy and initiatives. While he will speak with on issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic, he is expected to provide medical know-how beyond the current crisis as well. USA Cycling recognized athlete well-being as a vital initiative in 2019, an effort that led to a Well-Being Program in 2020.
“Supporting long-term athlete well-being on and off the bike remains a primary focus of our organization, and the appointment of Dr. Roshon adds additional know-how and experience to these efforts,” the NGB said in a release announcing the appointment.
One of Roshon’s primary responsibilities will be Camiseta Selección de fútbol de Túnez to lead a team of voluntary physicians Camiseta Club America who serve as USA Cycling’s medical advisory group. He is expected to collaborate with key USA Cycling stakeholders, including the UCI, the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic committee and sponsors and partners in Camiseta Selección de fútbol de Francia the development of best practices for athlete health.
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