Specialty: PM&R – Sports Medicine
Education:
- Undergrad: Michigan State University
- Medical School: Oakland University
- Residency: University of Michigan
- Sports Medicine Fellowship: Stanford University
Interest in Collegiate Sports Medicine: injury prevention and management, sports performance, female athlete care
Dr. Sara Dykowski practices in the Department of Orthopaedics at UI Health. Dr. Dykowski’s sports medicine practice includes non-surgical management of a wide range of sport and musculoskeletal injuries. Prior to UIC, Dr. Dykowski provided team coverage for Stanford University's Men's Football, Women's Volleyball, Women's Softball, Women's Beach Volleyball, Women's Lacrosse, as well as Men and Women's XC, Track & Field, and Swimming & Diving teams, in addition to Division 2 Menlo College, and local high schools. She is an active member of the American Medical College of Sports Medicine Emerging Physician Leaders Program and American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.
Name: Briana Santiago
Specialty: PM&R - Specializing in Sports Medicine
Education:
- Undergrad: Tulane University
- Medical School: A.T. Still University - Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Residency: Rush University Medical Center
- Sports Medicine Fellowship: University of Illinois Chicago
Interest in Collegiate Sports Medicine: My interest in collegiate sports medicine stems from the unique opportunity to manage high-level athletes while also considering academic demands, mental health, and long-term wellness. I appreciate the continuity of care and longitudinal relationships that are possible in this setting—following an athlete through a full season or career and having a meaningful impact on their performance, health, and future. I enjoy working in a team environment and collaborating closely with athletic trainers, strength and conditioning staff, physical therapists, coaches, and fellow healthcare providers. My academic interests include diagnostic and interventional musculoskeletal ultrasound, injury prevention and biomechanics, regenerative medicine, and concussion.
