Amanda Phillips, M.D., MPH, FAAFP, FACOEM
Sports Medicine Fellowship Program Director
Associate Professor of Clinical Family Medicine
Amanda Phillips, MD is a distinguished figure in the fields of Sports Medicine, Family Medicine, and Occupational Medicine. Her extensive background and passion for education, research, and patient care have solidified her reputation as a leader in the medical community. Dr. Phillips currently serves as an Associate Professor of Clinical Family Medicine at LSUHSC Ochsner University Hospitals and Clinics in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Professional Journey
Her commitment to education and family was evident from an early age when she moved to Arkansas to care for her grandparents, working during the day and attending night classes at the University of Arkansas Community College - Hope, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with an Associate of Arts in General Studies.
Dr. Phillips' journey in the medical field began when she earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Henderson State University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. In 2001, she received her Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas. She embarked on her residency in Family Medicine at Louisiana State University Medical Center in Lafayette, Louisiana, becoming board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine in 2004. Her commitment to sports medicine led her to complete a Sports Medicine Fellowship at Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, Florida, in 2005. She attained board certification in Sports Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Phillips continued her academic pursuits with an MPH in Occupational Medicine from Tulane University and the Medical College of Wisconsin, enhancing her expertise in public health and occupational health management. In 2011, she became board certified in Occupational Medicine by the American Board of Preventative Medicine.
Contributions to Medicine
Dr. Phillips' contributions to the field of medicine extend beyond certifications and degrees. She has a profound interest in research, with a particular focus on Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR), Practice Based Research Networks (PBRN), Quality Improvement, and Resident Education Interventions.
In the realm of Sports Medicine, Dr. Phillips serves as the Team Physician for the University of Louisiana Lafayette (ULL), where she offers her expertise in managing concussions, providing medical coverage for athletes and sporting events. She also covers mass participation events like triathlons and Marathons, and supporting pugilistic sports such as boxing, MMA, and professional hockey. She serves on national committees for AMSSM and the NCAA.
Her background in Occupational Medicine encompassed roles as a certified FAA Medical Examiner, Merchant Mariner Examiner, and a provider of pre-employment physicals, as well as expertise in addressing Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure.
Education and Financial Advocacy
Dr. Phillips is a dedicated educator who imparts her knowledge to residents, medical students, and college students in athletic training. Her educational interests extend to resident remediation, learning theory, and academic advancement. Beyond her medical practice, Dr. Phillips is passionate about financial education for physicians and residents, empowering them to manage debt and build wealth effectively.
Personal Life and Interests
Dr. Amanda Phillips was born on July 10 in Shalamar, Florida and has lived around the world. She is a proud mother of two sons, Tyler Phillips and Trey Savoy. Her commitment to family and education is evident in her personal journey. Her dedication to her community is also reflected in her family's support for scholarships to assist individuals pursuing education in various fields. Outside of her medical career, Dr. Phillips enjoys a wide range of interests, including sports, travel, trivia, and escape rooms.