Kevin Saum
About Kevin Saum
Kevin Saum serves as the Practice Manager and Research Coordinator for Primary Care at Novartis, where he has worked since 2018. He also hosts the Head's 'N Tales podcast, which focuses on athletes with life-altering injuries, and has been a board member of the National Football Foundation since 2018.
Current Role at Atlantic Health System
Kevin Saum serves as the Practice Manager and Research Coordinator for Primary Care at Novartis, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he has successfully transitioned clinical staff to virtual visits and implemented Ombea Insights technology to measure patient satisfaction and increase engagement. He has also managed two construction projects simultaneously for Novartis' East Hanover and Morristown offices. His responsibilities include overseeing research initiatives and coordinating efforts to enhance patient care.
Experience in Sports Health Research
Saum previously worked at Atlantic Health System as a Sports Health Research Associate from 2015 to 2018. During this time, he contributed to various research projects and gained valuable experience in the field of sports health. His role involved coordinating research activities and collaborating with healthcare professionals to advance knowledge in sports-related injuries and recovery.
Podcast Hosting and Community Engagement
Since 2015, Kevin Saum has been the host of the Head's 'N Tales podcast, which he created to provide a platform for athletes with life-altering injuries to share their stories. Over the course of nine years, he has published more than 150 interviews, focusing on the challenges and triumphs faced by these athletes. This initiative reflects his commitment to raising awareness and supporting individuals in the sports community.
Educational Background
Kevin Saum holds a Master of Professional Studies in Sports Industry Management from Georgetown University, which he completed from 2012 to 2013. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Rutgers University-New Brunswick, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in sports health and management.
Board Membership and Leadership Roles
Since 2018, Kevin Saum has served as a Board Member for the National Football Foundation in the Morris County Chapter. In this role, he contributes to the organization's mission of promoting amateur football and supporting student-athletes. His leadership experience extends to various roles throughout his career, including being named a Tier 1 Engagement Survey Manager at Novartis, where he managed a team of eight.