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How many medical personnel are on the field during an NFL game?

During an NFL game, there are now over 30 medical team members – from a dentist, to orthopedic surgeons, internists, Unaffiliated Neurotrauma Specialists, among many others. This infographic lays out who is on the field during a game:

On Field Med Staff

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