SAN ANTONIO – K.J. Kenneth-Nwosa, MD, has been named head team physician for UTSA Athletics and assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedics at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, also known as UT Health San Antonio. His appointments are effective Aug. 1, 2021.
In this new role, Dr. Kenneth-Nwosa will serve as the head team physician for all UTSA Athletics-sponsored sports programs, overseeing other sports medicine physicians, physician assistants, physical and occupational therapists, and athletic trainers and coordinating care with orthopaedic surgeons and other medical and surgical specialists. He also will assist UT Health San Antonio’s Department of Orthopaedics in growing and supporting its burgeoning sports medicine program that will provide UTSA student-athletes with sports medicine, orthopaedics, imaging, physical therapy and other specialty services for preventive care as well as the treatment of a full range of sports-related injuries.
“I am excited for this wonderful opportunity to join two distinct and outstanding universities, UTSA and UT Health San Antonio,” Dr. Kenneth-Nwosa said. “San Antonio is a vibrant community of culture, pride and talent, which has resulted in the exponential growth and success of UTSA Athletics. My colleagues and I are committed to the pursuit of victory over injury and illness for our student-athletes while also setting the gold standard for sports medicine in Conference USA.”
In April, UT Health San Antonio became the official health care partner for UTSA Athletics to advance their shared goal of creating a healthier society. Dr. Kenneth-Nwosa’s appointment is a key step in the implementation of this partnership that provides UTSA student-athletes with access to UT Health San Antonio’s distinguished physicians and clinicians as well as the broad range of exceptional health care services. UT Health San Antonio provides high-quality clinical expertise and care services with more than 800 physicians, board-certified in more than 100 specialties, ensuring a customized and integrated care plan for each student-athlete.
“We are excited to announce the recruitment of Dr. K.J. Kenneth-Nwosa to the Department of Orthopaedics at UT Health San Antonio,” said Dr. Robert Quinn, Chair of the Department of Orthopaedics at UT Health San Antonio. “K.J. is an energetic and enthusiastic individual with excellent credentials and training. We believe he is just the right person to take the lead on our promising new sports medicine partnership with UTSA.”
Originally from Flower Mound, Texas, Dr. Kenneth-Nwosa earned his undergraduate degree from Baylor University. He remained in Texas to earn a medical degree at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, where he received several awards for leadership and research while completing his residency in family practice. He is finishing his primary care sports medicine fellowship at the Andrews Sports Medicine/American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI) in Birmingham, Alabama, where he was the team physician for University of West Alabama and Briarwood Christian School. He also has provided medical coverage for the University of Alabama, Samford University, Birmingham Southern College, Troy University and minor league baseball’s Birmingham Barons, as well as events such as the SEC Baseball Tournament.
“K.J. is a well-regarded physician, known in athletics circles for his knowledge, high energy and tremendous character,” UTSA Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Lisa Campos said. “Drawing on his proven leadership in collegiate athletics, K.J. will ensure that UTSA student-athletes receive the very best prioritized medical care to ensure their success on the field and in the classroom.”
The UTSA Department of Intercollegiate Athletics serves more than 350 student-athletes in 17 sports at the NCAA Division I level as a member of Conference USA. It is deeply committed to developing champions in the classroom, in competition and in life while serving as an integral part of the undergraduate student experience, enhancing the visibility of the university and engaging the community.
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, also referred to as UT Health San Antonio, is one of the country’s leading health sciences universities and is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education. With missions of teaching, research, patient care and community engagement, its schools of medicine, nursing, dentistry, health professions and graduate biomedical sciences have graduated 39,700 alumni who are leading change, advancing their fields, and renewing hope for patients and their families throughout South Texas and the world. To learn about the many ways “We make lives better®,” visit http://www.uthscsa.edu. Stay connected with The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
In this new role, Dr. Kenneth-Nwosa will serve as the head team physician for all UTSA Athletics-sponsored sports programs, overseeing other sports medicine physicians, physician assistants, physical and occupational therapists, and athletic trainers and coordinating care with orthopaedic surgeons and other medical and surgical specialists. He also will assist UT Health San Antonio’s Department of Orthopaedics in growing and supporting its burgeoning sports medicine program that will provide UTSA student-athletes with sports medicine, orthopaedics, imaging, physical therapy and other specialty services for preventive care as well as the treatment of a full range of sports-related injuries.
“I am excited for this wonderful opportunity to join two distinct and outstanding universities, UTSA and UT Health San Antonio,” Dr. Kenneth-Nwosa said. “San Antonio is a vibrant community of culture, pride and talent, which has resulted in the exponential growth and success of UTSA Athletics. My colleagues and I are committed to the pursuit of victory over injury and illness for our student-athletes while also setting the gold standard for sports medicine in Conference USA.”
In April, UT Health San Antonio became the official health care partner for UTSA Athletics to advance their shared goal of creating a healthier society. Dr. Kenneth-Nwosa’s appointment is a key step in the implementation of this partnership that provides UTSA student-athletes with access to UT Health San Antonio’s distinguished physicians and clinicians as well as the broad range of exceptional health care services. UT Health San Antonio provides high-quality clinical expertise and care services with more than 800 physicians, board-certified in more than 100 specialties, ensuring a customized and integrated care plan for each student-athlete.
“We are excited to announce the recruitment of Dr. K.J. Kenneth-Nwosa to the Department of Orthopaedics at UT Health San Antonio,” said Dr. Robert Quinn, Chair of the Department of Orthopaedics at UT Health San Antonio. “K.J. is an energetic and enthusiastic individual with excellent credentials and training. We believe he is just the right person to take the lead on our promising new sports medicine partnership with UTSA.”
Originally from Flower Mound, Texas, Dr. Kenneth-Nwosa earned his undergraduate degree from Baylor University. He remained in Texas to earn a medical degree at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, where he received several awards for leadership and research while completing his residency in family practice. He is finishing his primary care sports medicine fellowship at the Andrews Sports Medicine/American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI) in Birmingham, Alabama, where he was the team physician for University of West Alabama and Briarwood Christian School. He also has provided medical coverage for the University of Alabama, Samford University, Birmingham Southern College, Troy University and minor league baseball’s Birmingham Barons, as well as events such as the SEC Baseball Tournament.
“K.J. is a well-regarded physician, known in athletics circles for his knowledge, high energy and tremendous character,” UTSA Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Lisa Campos said. “Drawing on his proven leadership in collegiate athletics, K.J. will ensure that UTSA student-athletes receive the very best prioritized medical care to ensure their success on the field and in the classroom.”
The UTSA Department of Intercollegiate Athletics serves more than 350 student-athletes in 17 sports at the NCAA Division I level as a member of Conference USA. It is deeply committed to developing champions in the classroom, in competition and in life while serving as an integral part of the undergraduate student experience, enhancing the visibility of the university and engaging the community.
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, also referred to as UT Health San Antonio, is one of the country’s leading health sciences universities and is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education. With missions of teaching, research, patient care and community engagement, its schools of medicine, nursing, dentistry, health professions and graduate biomedical sciences have graduated 39,700 alumni who are leading change, advancing their fields, and renewing hope for patients and their families throughout South Texas and the world. To learn about the many ways “We make lives better®,” visit http://www.uthscsa.edu. Stay connected with The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
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