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Katherine H. Rizzone, M.D., M.P.H.
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156 West Avenue
Brockport, NY 14420
10 Miracle Mile Drive
Rochester, NY 14623
About Me
My belief is that everyone is an athlete, no matter their age or fitness level, and my focus is helping patients to reach their goals.
I have been a team physician for several high school, collegiate, and professional sports teams and am currently the team physician for the SUNY-Brockport Golden Eagles and the University of Rochester Yellow Jackets in addition to being a physician for US Rowing.
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor - Department of Orthopaedics (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Sports Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center. 2013 - 2015
Fellowship, Sports Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center. 2012 - 2013
Residency, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center. 2009 - 2012
Internship, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center. 2008 - 2009
Education
MPH | Vanderbilt University. 2015
MD | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. 2008
Awards
Bronze Strong Star, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2017
Bone and Joint Initiative Young Investigator Program, Fellow. 2016
Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine (PRISM), best trainee paper. 2015
Silver Strong Star, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2015 - 2016
Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. 2014
Teacher of the Year, Southern Vance High School: voted on by the school faculty. 2003
Phi Beta Kappa. 2001
University Honors program, SUNY at Buffalo. 1997 - 2001
Research
Publications
Journal Articles
Sin A, Rizzone K, Gonzales G
JAMA pediatrics.. 2023 September 18 Epub 09/18/2023.
Mehta S, Zheng E, Heyworth BE, Rizzone K, Halstead M, Brown N, Stinson Z, Nussbaum ED, Gray A, Segovia N, Kraus E
The American journal of sports medicine.. 2023 July 51 (8):2161-2168. Epub 06/02/2023.
Antoniak K, Tucker C, Rizzone K, Wren TAL, Edison B
International journal of environmental research and public health.. 2022 December 1919 (24)Epub 12/19/2022.
Kraus E, Rizzone K, Walker M, Brown N, Kaur J, Magrini D, Glover J, Nussbaum E
Clinics in sports medicine.. 2022 October 41 (4):707-727. Epub 1900 01 01.
Burton MS, Callender SS, Coleman N, Day C, Edison BR, Rizzone KH, Stern N
Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine.. 2022 October 10 (10):23259671221125457. Epub 10/14/2022.
Rizzone KH
Clinical journal of sport medicine : official journal of the Canadian Academy of Sport Medicine.. 2022 March 132 (2):77-78. Epub 1900 01 01.
Rizzone K
British journal of sports medicine.. 2022 February 56 (3):125-126. Epub 1900 01 01.
Rizzone KH, Edison B, Coleman N, Carter C, Ichesco I, Cassidy P, Chung J, Jones CMC
International journal of environmental research and public health.. 2021 December 218 (23)Epub 12/02/2021.
Edison BR, Christino MA, Rizzone KH
International journal of environmental research and public health.. 2021 July 818 (14)Epub 07/08/2021.
Santer J, MacDonald S, Rizzone K, Biehler S, Beiswenger T
International journal of sports physical therapy.. 2021 June 216 (3):862-869. Epub 06/02/2021.
Day C, MacKenzie S, Issac L, Sanchez A, Jones C, Rizzone K
Journal of athletic training.. 2021 April 13 Epub 04/13/2021.
Obourn PJ, Benoit J, Brady G, Campbell E, Rizzone K
Current sports medicine reports.. 2021 March 120 (3):140-149. Epub 1900 01 01.
Rizzone KH, Ackerman KE
Clinics in sports medicine.. 2021 January 40 (1):133-145. Epub 1900 01 01.
Mintz JJ, Jones CMC, Seplaki CL, Rizzone KH, Thevenet-Morrison K, Block RC
The Physician and sportsmedicine.. 2020 June 8 Epub 06/08/2020.
Knapik DM, Rizzone KH, Voos JE
Sports health.. 2020 12 (4):355-360. Epub 04/14/2020.
Cole CL, Vasalos K, Nicandri G, Apt C, Osterling E, Ferrara Z, Maloney MD, Schwarz EM, Rizzone K
Orthopedics and sports medicine : open access journal.. 2020 4 (2):370-376. Epub 07/10/2020.
McLeod TV, Israel M, Christino MA, Chung JS, McKay SD, Lang PJ, Bell DR, , Chan CM, Crepeau A, Davis E, Fletcher AL, Laniak J, McCaffrey K, Pacicca D, Riederer M, Rizzone K, Rush JK, Zaslow T
Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine.. 2019 March 7 (3):2325967119832399. Epub 03/27/2019.
Cole CL, Vasalos K, Nicandri G, Apt C, Osterling E, Ferrara Z, Maloney MD, Schwarz EM, Rizzone K
Orthopedics and sports medicine : open access journal.. 2019 3 (2):255-258. Epub 12/18/2019.
Schmidt JD, Rizzone K, Hoffman NL, Weber ML, Jones C, Bazarian J, Broglio SP, McCrea M, McAllister TW,
Pediatric neurology.. 2018 April 81 :19-24. Epub 01/31/2018.
Schmidt JD, Rizzone K, Hoffman NL, Weber ML, Jones C, Bazarian J, Broglio SP, McCrea M, McAllister TW.
Pediatr Neurol. 2018 Apr;81:19-24. doi: 10.1016/j.pediatrneurol.2017.12.017. Epub 2018 Jan 31.PMID: 29523494. 2018; 81: 19-24.
Influence of Developmental Stage and Age at First Concussion on Number of Subsequent Concussions
Schmidt, JD; Rizzone, KH; Hoffman, NL; Weber, ML; Jones, C; Bazarian, J; Broglio, SP; McCrea, M; McAllister, TW.
Accepted, Pediatric Neurology. 2017; .
Epidemiology of Stress Fractures in Collegiate Student Athletes, 2004-2005 Through 2013-2014.
Rizzone, KH; Ackerman, K; Roos, K; Dompier, T; Kerr, Z.
Journal of Athletic Training. 2017; 52(10): 965-974.
Rock Climbers' Management of Hand Injuries and Their Perspectives on Seeking Healthcare: A Qualitative Analysis
Gold, JR; Piper, KF; Bodkin, RP; Rizzone, KH; Rueckmann, EA; Martina, CA.
Congent Medicine. 2017; 4(1).
A Systematic Review of Cost Effective Treatment of Postoperative Rotator Cuff Repairs
Dickinson, RN; Kuhn, JE; Bergner, JL; Rizzone, KH.
Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. 2017; 26(5): 915-922.
Development of a Survey to Examine Sports Specialization and Injury Risk Among College Athletes.
Rizzone, KH; Diamond, A; Wallston, K; McPheeter, M; Roumie, CR.
Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine. 2015; 25(2): 219.
Low Proportion of High School Senior Athletes Receiving Recommended Immunizations
Karpinos, AR; Rizzone, KH, Cribbs, SP; Roumie, CL.
The Physician and Sport Medicine. 2014; 42(2): 71-79.
National Epidemiology of Recreational Ice Skating Injuries Presenting to US Emergency Departments, Under Review
McCann, M; Marks, ML; Diacovo, D; Rizzone, KH; Abbott, M; Jones, CM.
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Exercise-Induced Effects on Fatigue, Strength, Muscle Mass, Aerobic Capacity, Inflammation and Gene Expression in Older Prostate Cancer Patients: Results from a Randomized Clinical Trial, In Review
Kamen, C; Flannery, M; Hecker, C; Janelsins, M; Rizzone, KH; Mustian, K.
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Books
Sports Medicine in the Pediatric Office (2017)
Chapter: Collision Sports in the Young Athlete
Authors: Kriz P, Rizzone K, Vengal S.
Publisher: American Academy of Pediatrics 2017
Principles of Rehabilitation Medicine (2017)
Chapter: Dx, Mx, Rx of Sports-Related Injuries and Conditions
Authors: Jain, N; Rizzone, K
Publisher: McGraw Hill Publishing 2017
AMSSM Sports Medicine CAQ Study Guide (2017)
Chapter: Question writer
Authors: Paul, SR; Concannon, L; Morteza K
Publisher: Healthy Learning 2017
Hamstring Injury Prevention in Soccer Players Review (2016)
Authors: Chain, KF, Rizzone, KH
Publisher: Sports Review Journal 2016
Psychosocial and Pharmacologic Interventions for Disruptive Behavior in Children and Adolescents (2015)
Authors: Epstein, R; Fonnesbeck, C; Williamson, E; Kuhn, T; Lindegren, ML; Rizzone, KH; Krishnaswami, S; Sathe, N; Ficzere, CH; Ness, GL; Wright,GW; Raj, M; Potter, S; McPheeters, M
Publisher: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. 2015
Psychosocial Interventions for Child Disruptive Behaviors: A Meta-Analysis (2015)
Authors: RA Epstein, C Fonnesbeck, S Potter, KH Rizzone, M McPheeters
Publisher: Pediatrics 2015
Using Casts, Splints and Braces in the Emergency Department (2013)
Authors: Rizzone, K., Gregory, A
Publisher: Clinical Pediatric Emergency Medicine. 2013
"Sideline Coverage of Youth Football" (2013)
Authors: Rizzone, K. , Gregory, A., Diamond, A.
Publisher: Current Sports Medicine Reports 2013
Ratings & Comments
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Patient Comments
She was thorough in her discussions and made sure I would have contact info for other treatment she recommended .
Feb 11, 2024
She was almost worth the drive [...]. Would not change her manner at all
Jan 18, 2024
Dr Rizzone was direct and to the point with proposed treatment plan making it very helpful to me as to what my next step should be
Jan 11, 2024
Really like dr
Dec 27, 2023
Dr. Rizzone is wonderful
Dec 21, 2023
Loved our first meeting and was so relieved to feel so confident in her care. My previous doctor had retired
Dec 18, 2023
Doctor Rizzone is an amazing, knowledgeable, caring Doctor. I am truly fortunate to be her patient. If she were one of my former students, I would grade her with an A+++.
Dec 07, 2023
Apparently more testing is needed to determine precisely what's up with my clavicle/sternum. What's known and to-be-discovered were made very clear.
Dec 06, 2023
All good!
Nov 23, 2023
Dr. Rizzone was great! She took her time explaining things for my 9 year old son putting him at ease.
Nov 20, 2023
Very thorough and very good.
Oct 22, 2023
Great experience with provider and staff. Felt I was making the decision to proceed with treatment with the information provided.
Oct 19, 2023
Dr. Rizzone is hands down the best sports medicine provider I have ever had!
Oct 07, 2023
Didn't truly feel like she was listening to where the problem was.
Oct 05, 2023
Dr. Rizzone was not only knowledgeable about my medical conditions but did physical tests instead of ordering \unnecessary x-rays, MRI, ETC.
Sep 12, 2023
Dr Rizzone and her fellow were great
Aug 27, 2023
Dr. Rizzone is outstanding! Always very helpful and supportive. I have total confidence in her.
Aug 20, 2023
Dr Rizzone is wonderful, doesn't make you feel rushed and explains things well.
Jul 30, 2023
Dr. Rizzone is top notch
Jul 20, 2023
Dr. Rizzone thoroughly discussed this new injury with me, especially in light of what she already knows about my health. She was very helpful in explaining her insights and decisions on treatment. I appreciated that.
Jun 27, 2023
Dr. Rizzone is an ideal provider. I trust her fully and feel that she views me as a true partner in decisions.
Jun 13, 2023
Dr. Rizzone was excellent and I would highly recommend her!
Jun 03, 2023
Dr. Rizzone certainly knows her "stuff," but I felt that my visit with her was a bit rushed and that I did not have quite enough time to digest what she told me and formulate questions.
May 17, 2023
Dr. Rizzone is one of the most caring doctors and that combined with her knowledge makes her one of the best doctors I have! I appreciate all the procedures that she has done for me with my knee problem. She has the most caring heart and in this day and age, that means a lot!
May 12, 2023
Love the support Doctor Rizzone offers. She is very positive and honest!
Apr 27, 2023
Dr. Rizzone was excellent during visit - very knowledgeable, professional & down-to-earth - alleviated anxiety & handled concerns & physical problems with ease.
Apr 19, 2023
Dr. Rizzone is an outstanding physician. Very alert and excellent communicator.
Apr 16, 2023
I always leave feeling confident that about a partnership approach to my concerns. Leave well informed & satisfied.
Apr 10, 2023
She was excellent
Mar 22, 2023
Dr Rizzone had clearly read my medical history and questionnaire.
Mar 21, 2023
ThiThis was my first visit with this doctor and I really liked her and will continue to see her for all my orthopedic needs. All staff that I had interaction with were very polite and helpful.I left the appointment feeling more positive than I have in months.
Mar 13, 2023
Good
Feb 23, 2023
Dr. Rizzone was very up front about the issues with my mother's arthritis and recommended both Aquatic Physical Therapy and Acupuncture. She did do an injection into my mother's right hip, which has definitely helped.
Feb 22, 2023
Dr. Rizzone is amazing, patient, knowledgeable and caring.
Feb 16, 2023
Good experience!
Feb 15, 2023
Dr. Rizzone had a consultation with my Podiatrist, Dr. Hernandez (located in the same office) prior to seeing me. This provided clinical background beyond my chart notes for Dr. Rizzone as she prepared for my appointment.
Jan 21, 2023
Great provider !
Jan 19, 2023
Dr. Rizzone is the best. Very personable and down to earth. Does not talk over you and listens
Jan 07, 2023
I am very pleased that I was able to see Dr. Rizzone as a new patient. During my appointment, Dr. Rizzone understood and appreciated my concerns, reviewed my x-rays with me in detail, and provided very helpful information regarding the treatment options that would be available to me.
Dec 30, 2022
Both the NP and the Physician were caring, thoughtful, helpful, informative and patient. They did not make me feel rushed and spent an appropriate amount of time with me answering all of my questions.
Dec 12, 2022
A great experience. I really appreciate Dr. Rizzone's care. Renewed my enthusiasm and confidence in my near daily running.
Dec 12, 2022
Great job listening to my knee issues and then providing a course of action for short term and long term remedy. Great sense of humor and very easy to talk to.
Nov 19, 2022
She was dismissive and there was not a single expression or communication of empathy in the entire visit. It is clear she was entirely indifferent about my quality of life. [...] She interrupted several times when I was trying to convey something important about my history. She didn't care at all. This was the absolute worst and shortest new patient visit I've ever had and will not be going back.
Nov 18, 2022
Dr. Rizzone always listens and explains in terms you can understand. She really cares about your quality of life.
Nov 03, 2022
She talks very fast, which is sometimes hard to follow. But is otherwise a fantastic doctor for our daughter.
Oct 15, 2022
Dr. Rizzone acted like the used car salesman of doctors. All she wanted to talk about was what my insurance would cover, not what was more effective. When I told her I did not need to discuss my insurance with her, she did not respect that and told me we would run out of time if I did not stop interrupting her -- but yet she had time to discuss my insurance at every turn. I asked her if swimming would help, and she said she didn't know, and then later brought up aquatic therapy as if it were a new or different idea. [...]. Just disgusting in demeanor and lack of focus on medical outcomes, rather than [...]. A horrible representative for UofR.
Oct 14, 2022
Dr. Rizzone is incredibly professional and sharp. A pleasure to have on my health care team!
Oct 14, 2022
I was very happy with my call with my provider. I felt she went over everything thoroughly and answered my questions.
Oct 06, 2022
The doctor was very informative and honest in her knowledge and capabilities with dry needling and potential other options to help refer with the pain instead of ending with her.
Oct 05, 2022
Dr. R and I have worked through a number of injuries and she is always on it. We trust each other and the approach we take. If there are issues we communicate that through MyChart and it works great.
Sep 27, 2022
She really cared and even though she could not help me anymore, she knew who could.
Sep 15, 2022
With the treatment that I received from Dr.Rizzone helped my shoulder pain. She was very careful with the injection and it Was not painfull.
Sep 05, 2022
I had many questions and worries about getting a cortisone injection. Dr. Rizzone answered them all, explaining the pros and cons, as well as risks and rewards. And through our discussion, I ended up deciding I would not get the injection at this time. Dr. Rizzone She recommended accupuncture instead, and provided me with 3 names/practices.
Sep 04, 2022
Dr. Rizzone is fantastic!!!
Aug 27, 2022
Dr Rizzone has been an excellent provider and resource for me.
Aug 26, 2022
Absolutely best provider I have had in years. She needs to teach others! Terrific bedside manners.
Aug 15, 2022
Good
Aug 12, 2022
Dr. Rizzone is an excellent.
Jul 25, 2022
Dr. Rizzone is WONDERFUL - very attentive, willing to take time, excellent work.
Jun 28, 2022
Dr Rizzone always engages m in discussion about my care. She thorough, personable and professional . Takes the time to talk regardless of how busy the office is.
Jun 24, 2022
Dr. Rizzone was extremely professional and showed great concern about me and any questions I had concerning my problem. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Jun 19, 2022
Dr. Rizzone is amazing and I've already recommended her to my friends. So grateful to have access to incredible providers like her who are experts in their field AND kind, take the time to listen, and put me at ease.
Jun 18, 2022
Dr Rizzoni is amazing! She always takes the time to address all of my concerns and really seems invested in assisting me in moving toward a resolution. Her insight, patience and compassion are second only to her clinical expertise. Highly recommend!
Jun 15, 2022
The provider was dismissive. She seemed to arrive at the appointment with preconceived ideas about my care and did not ask any questions nor want to hear about my recovery experience.[...] And at the end she was insulting. I would never see this provider again, nor would I ever recommend her to anyone. For that matter, I would make a point of telling people to avoid her. She may be a fine doctor, but her communication, compassion, and collaboration skills need significant work.
May 28, 2022
Dr Rizzone is the GOLD STANDARD for medical practioners !!!!!!!
May 24, 2022
Dr. Rizzone provided much needed, realistic support and information. She addressed all of my concerns and provided a treatment plan that makes sense. Her knowledge, support and her willingness to discuss all treatment options is great.
May 21, 2022
I liked that she shared two ways to treat my problem. We did a combination of both.
May 10, 2022
ALL GOOD
May 05, 2022
Loved that Dr. RIZZONE .
May 04, 2022
Dr. Rizzone continues to provide excellent care. I have great confidence in her.
Mar 31, 2022
Highly recommend Dr Rozzone to any athlete suffering from pain or injury.
Mar 30, 2022
Appointment info provided exceeded my expectations.
Mar 29, 2022
Dr Rizzone always takes the time to discuss and listen s to my concerns
Mar 19, 2022
Dr. Rizzone addresses problems with good explanation supporting her decision. Upfront and knowledgeable. Good experience but still in pain
Mar 17, 2022
If I could give Dr. Rizzone a 10 I would.
Mar 14, 2022
Dr. Rizzone is the absolute best!!
Mar 11, 2022
Dr Rizzone went above and beyond, at every visit she took the time to thoroughly explain the problem and to listen to my needs and concerns so that we could collaborate on a treatment plan that would work best for my own needs and lifestyle. Her passion for her work and concern for the well being of her patients is truly apparent.
Mar 08, 2022
She was the best
Mar 05, 2022
Doctor Rizzone did not seem to make an effort to listen to what I had to say [...]
Mar 05, 2022
Dr. Rizzone was incredibly thorough and also managed to personalize the visit for my daughter. I've already recommended her to several others!
Mar 02, 2022
Dr. Rizzone demonstrates incredible interpersonal communication skills/bedside manner. She also excels in Sharing her expertise, options, and engaging me in the decision making process.
Feb 24, 2022
Provider was very clear and supportive in describing the diagnosis and treatment options.
Feb 23, 2022
I would recommend Katherine to anyone.
Feb 20, 2022
Dr. Rizzone has very very good bedside manner and I believe she has good expertise. I find that the specialization of providers these days makes it difficult to find help for my whole body
Feb 06, 2022