College of Charleston Sports Medicine
Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Sports Medicine at the College of Charleston is to set a standard in providing comprehensive, quality healthcare to our student-athletes. Our staff will serve as an advocate for the student-athletes health and well-being and we will be proactive in treating and managing the student-athletes healthcare, while providing a professional environment for all involved. We will utilize an integrated team approach of certified athletic trainers, sports medicine trained physicians, and other qualified health professionals to effectively manage and treat various medical, physical, and mental conditions.
Vision Statement
The College of Charleston Sports Medicine staff will advance the athletic department by providing the most current medical care to student-athletes and advocate for them beyond collegiate athletics to promote health in all aspects. We will strive to set the standard for Sports Medicine departments in the CAA by promoting professionalism, inclusion, advocacy, and continued education in all levels and areas.
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Main Fax Number: (843) 953-6338
Chris Horschel
Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Medicine
Men's Basketball
(843) 953-3267
horschel@musc.edu
Mary Catherine Avey
Men's Soccer, Sailing
(843) 953-6540
aveym@musc.edu
Seth Harwell
Men's Basketball, Equestrian
(843) 953-8245
harwells@musc.edu
Heather Greer
Women's Soccer, Women's Tennis
(843) 953-6540
greerhe@musc.edu
Sara Steckman
Baseball, Women's Tennis
(843) 953-8245
steckman@musc.edu
Morgan LaPrade
Volleyball, Beach Volleyball
(843) 953-9145
lapradem@musc.edu
Catherine Sandberg
Softball, Sailing
(843) 958-8245
sandberc@musc.edu
Mikayla Ruiz
Cross Country, Track & Field
(843) 953-6540
ruizmi@musc.edu
Kaitlyn Frutiger
Cross Country, Track & Field
(843) 953-6540
frutigek@musc.edu
Dr. Alec DeCastro
MUSC Health
Primary Care
Sports Medicine
Dr. Harris Slone
MUSC Health
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Sports Medicine
Dr. Shelli Ciandella
MUSC Health
Primary Care
Sports Medicine
Dr. Libby Winton
MUSC Health
Sports Medicine






