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Sports Medicine Specialist
Dr. Akaash Singh grew up in Decatur, Alabama. He earned his Biomedical Sciences degree, with a minor in Sports Coaching, from Auburn University and completed medical school at Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. He then finished residency training in Family Medicine at Northside Hospital in Atlanta, GA. While there, he covered many sporting events including high school football, NAIA baseball and softball, professional roller derby, weightlifting competitions, and others.
He then completed fellowship training in Sports Medicine at Memorial Health in Savannah, GA. There he served as a team physician for the Disney Marathon, multiple high schools, Savannah College Art and Design, Georgia Southern University, the NAIA Lacrosse National Championship, and Tormenta FC.
His greatest passions in Sports Medicine include helping athletes and weekend warriors safely get back to their passions, using orthobiologics to aid recovery, working with all disciplines to best treat our patients, concussion care, and covering any sporting event possible. His mission is to treat every single patient like a VIP professional athlete.
Board-Certified Physician Assistant
Eve Santiago is a board-certified physician assistant who graduated with an undergraduate degree in Biomedical Science from the University of Georgia.
Following her undergraduate studies, she completed the surgical PA program at The University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2004.
Eve started her specialized journey alongside UGA’s team physicians. With over 18 years of experience, Eve has dedicated her career to the field of orthopedics, specializing in sports medicine as well as general and surgical orthopedics.
Although she comes from a long line of healthcare professionals, she remains the only PA and orthopedic specialist in her family.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Eve finds fulfillment in her roles as a wife and mother of three. She enjoys participating in her local church, cooking, and all things music related!
She also takes great joy in cheering on her kids in their various sports activities, including track, cross country, and volleyball. Having resided in Trussville for nearly two decades, Eve is committed to serving her local and surrounding communities.
Emergency Medicine Fellowship Trained
Lee Lake is a Board-Certified Family and Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner who has over 4 years of dedicated experience in the field. In 2010, he graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with his Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Honors. Lee went back to complete his Master of Science in Nursing from his alma mater in 2019.
Prior to obtaining his Master’s, Lee worked as a Registered Nurse for 9 years in the Emergency Department and Hospital Education. Lee also completed an APP Emergency Medicine fellowship through Alteon Health. He has spoken at multiple professional organization conferences and enjoys the challenge of being a lifelong learner.
Lee’s interest in Orthopedics stems from his experiences working in Emergency Medicine over the past 14 years. He has served in both small rural and large urban communities during his career, enjoying the challenge of treating acute injuries and prolonged illnesses, as well as advocating for his patients’ optimal health.
Outside of his professional life, Lee loves to spend time with his wife and 3 rambunctious little boys. He also serves at a local church, enjoys college football, and hobbies such as disc golf, paintball, and tinkering with electronics.
Sports Medicine and Orthopedics
Parker is a board-certified Physician’s Assistant, holding a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Samford University. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science at Auburn University, complemented by prior work as an Emergency Medical Technician.
Before joining OS1, Parker served as a PA in Birmingham, specializing in Sports Medicine and Orthopedics. His passion for sports medicine is deeply rooted in his active involvement in sports during high school and college. This interest was further fueled by intensive training and clinical rotations in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery within Birmingham and surrounding
areas.
Beyond his medical career, Parker enjoys quality time with family and friends, maintains an active lifestyle, and can hold a deep conversation on all things outdoors, the latest news in sports, and which movies you need to see next.
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