TimeOut With The SportsDr. Podcast

TimeOut With The SportsDr. Podcast

I’m Dr Derrick Burgess, board certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Sportsmedicine specialist, and host of TimeOut With The SportsDr Podcast. This is the show where life, sports and medicine intersect!

Are you a young professional who is successful but not fulfilled? Are you interested in changing the trajectory of your family for future generations? Do you feel that everything you know about money is just enough to keep you caught in the rat race?

If you answer yes to any of these questions, this podcast is for you. Join in every week to gain practical tips about how to strengthen your mindset, grow your assets and achieve the level of success that you desire. I want to share what I’ve learned and been able to accomplish with you.

Because,….if I can do it, you can too!...

Recent Episodes

5 Years of Impact: A Heartfelt Thank You from The SportsDr
June 15, 2026

5 Years of Impact: A Heartfelt Thank You from The SportsDr

Five years is a long time to stay committed to anything. Over that time, priorities change, responsibilities grow, and life looks different than it did at the beginning. What starts as an idea often requires far more patience...
More Than a Trip: Building Family Bonds Through Global Experiences
June 1, 2026

More Than a Trip: Building Family Bonds Through Global Experiences

Family travel requires intention. In the middle of demanding careers, packed schedules, and the responsibilities of raising children, meaningful time together rarely happens by accident. It is something that must be prioritiz...
How Entrepreneurial Thinking Expands Your Impact
May 18, 2026

How Entrepreneurial Thinking Expands Your Impact

Entrepreneurship can open doors that a traditional career path may never reveal. Many of us spend years focused on building a career, achieving goals, and becoming experts in our field. But sometimes the opportunities that cr...
Why Looking Back Might Be the Key to Moving Forward
May 4, 2026

Why Looking Back Might Be the Key to Moving Forward

Milestones like graduation highlight years of effort, discipline, and sacrifice. While achievements are often celebrated in the moment, the journey behind them is easily overlooked. Progress can feel invisible when the focus ...
The Truth We Don’t Talk About in Medicine
April 20, 2026

The Truth We Don’t Talk About in Medicine

The path to becoming a physician is often viewed through a narrow lens, defined by prestige, stability, and financial success. From the outside, it can look like a straightforward journey with a guaranteed reward at the end. ...
Filling the Gaps of Mental Health Awareness with NAMI
April 6, 2026

Filling the Gaps of Mental Health Awareness with NAMI

Real transformation does not begin in moments of certainty, but in spaces where people are willing to confront what has long been unspoken. It starts when silence is broken by honesty, and when struggles that were once hidden...

Recent Blog Posts

The Best Investment Isn't What You Think
June 10, 2026

The Best Investment Isn't What You Think

What happens when you step beyond your comfort zone?In these podcast episodes, Dr. Derrick Burgess shares how family travel and mission work in Kenya are shaping his children's perspective, strengthening family bonds, and…

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Look Again — How Far You've Come and What Success Really Costs
May 13, 2026

Look Again — How Far You've Come and What Success Really Costs

What if the progress you've been waiting for has already happened and what if the life you admire from the outside looks nothing like it does from within?These conversations invite you to slow down, look inward, and chall…

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No One Talks About the Cost of Becoming This
April 29, 2026

No One Talks About the Cost of Becoming This

The journey is not as simple as growth. It demands years of training, delayed milestones, financial pressure, and time that can never be returned. Even after the milestones are reached, the weight does not disappear. It evo…

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About the Host

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Dr. Derrick Burgess

Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine

Dr. Derrick Burgess is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Sportsmedicine specialist, known for his expertise in orthopedics and his dedication to empowering others. As the host of the TimeOut With The SportsDr Podcast, Dr. Burgess provides insights and practical tips for success in life, sports, and medicine.

Dr. Burgess is Co-Captain with his wife Myeasha, pediatric dentist, in building a winning team with their three beautiful children. It was in high school that Dr. Burgess, a Muscle Shoals, Alabama native, realized his interest in orthopaedics. After suffering an injury in football, Burgess discovered a mentor that would be a catalyst for his pursuit of medicine. He embodies the same passion to impact other young people to "Dream Big" to achieve their wildest desires.

With a career spanning over a decade, Dr. Burgess has established himself as a leading figure in orthopedic surgery. He holds a Doctor of Medicine degree and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS). Throughout his career, Dr. Burgess has prioritized patient care and has served as a Team Physician for Jackson State University, supporting athletes in achieving peak performance.

Dr. Burgess's journey in orthopedic surgery has been marked by significant achievements. He completed his postdoctoral fellowship at the Cincinnati SportsMedicine & Orthopaedic Center, where he refined his skills under the mentorship of renowned surgeons. Subsequently, he served as an Orthopedic Surgeon at South Central Regional Medical Center, delivering orthopedic care to patients.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Burgess is a motivational speaker, inspiring audiences with his message of resilience and determination. Through his podcast and speaking engagements, he aims to empower young professionals to redefine success, strengthen their mindset, and achieve financial freedom.

As a leader in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Derrick Burgess continues to make a profound impact, prioritizing patient care and empowering others to reach their full potential.

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