Dr. Holly Sheilley, Executive Director of Athletics | Missouri St. Louis Tritons
Dr. Holly Sheilley, Executive Director of Athletics | Missouri St. Louis Tritons
The University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) Athletics Department has announced a new partnership with Mercy, naming the health care provider as the Official Sports Medicine Provider for UMSL Athletics. This agreement is intended to improve medical care and performance support for student-athletes.
Mercy will deliver comprehensive physician services, including weekly on-site clinic hours and event coverage. Dr. Hunter Fleming has been appointed Head Team Physician, while orthopedic surgeon Dr. Vince Lai will serve as Head Team Orthopedic for UMSL Athletics. Both will oversee medical services, manage injury evaluation and treatment, and help develop emergency action plans and clinical protocols.
UMSL Executive Director of Athletics Dr. Holly Sheilley stated, "We're thrilled to welcome Mercy as a partner in caring for our student-athletes. Mercy's exceptional reputation and deep commitment to sports medicine in the St. Louis region align perfectly with our mission to provide the highest level of support to our athletes, both on and off the field, court, and pool."
Mercy is recognized for its leadership in sports medicine across St. Louis and the Midwest, providing integrated care through board-certified physicians, athletic trainers, and rehabilitation specialists. The organization supports injury prevention, treatment, recovery, and performance optimization at all levels of sport. Mercy also serves as the Official Medical Provider for the St. Louis Cardinals.
As part of this collaboration, UMSL athletic trainers will work under the supervision of Dr. Fleming. "We look forward to working with UMSL student-athletes, coaches and training staff to ensure they are healthy and ready to face each competition at the highest level," said Dr. Hunter Fleming. "When injuries occur, our team will be there to help coordinate a seamless transition from treatment to rehabilitation and returning to play."
Mercy Sports Medicine is part of an integrated health system offering orthopedic and rehabilitation services throughout St. Louis.
UMSL Athletics supports 15 NCAA Division II programs with a focus on academic achievement as well as athletic performance.
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