Dr. Gary Dorshimer, team doctor for Flyers, dies at 71 after over 40 years of service
Gary Dorshimer was the medical director for the Flyers, and also the assistant primary care sports medicine physician with the Sixers.
Dr. Gary Dorshimer, the team doctor for the Philadelphia Flyers, passed away at the age of 71 on Saturday, November 14, according to CBS News. He served as the medical director for the Flyers, the assistant primary care sports medicine physician for the Sixers, and the team sports medicine physician for the Union. Dorshimer also held the position of head internist for the Philadelphia Eagles for nearly two decades.
Dan Hilferty, the CEO of Comcast Spectacor and Flyers governor, expressed his condolences, highlighting Dorshimer's unwavering dedication to the team, its players, and their families over his four-decade career. His colleagues praised his unique combination of wit and humor, which always brought joy to his patients. Dr. Dorshimer's commitment to personalized care led to the establishment of Penn Personalized Care, where he focused on providing exceptional care with increased attention to his patients.
He received annual recognition from Philadelphia Magazine's Top Docs from 2010 to 2025. The Flyers and Sixers both issued statements mourning his loss, emphasizing his compassionate nature and significant impact on their organizations and the athletes he cared for.
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