Sanford Health surgeon selected to serve on AOSSM council

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Jon Berg
Sanford Health Media Relations
605-366-2432 / Jon.Berg@sanfordhealth.org

SIOUX FALLS, S.D., July 6, 2021 — Nathan Skelley, M.D., orthopedic surgeon at Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, was recently selected by his peers to be the South Dakota representative for the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine council of delegates.

“AOSSM is a premier global sports medicine organization,” said Dr. Skelley. “The professional society focuses on preventing, diagnosing and treating sports medicine related injuries and conditions. I’m excited and honored to serve South Dakota on the council of delegates.  In this role, I will advocate for our communities on new and innovative treatment options and initiatives to help people live athletic and healthier lives.”

Dr. Skelley will serve three years as the South Dakota representative and will be an ambassador for sports medicine education, research, communication and fellowship.

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