Mass General Brigham For Children

Mass General Brigham for Children is the official sports medicine provider for the New England Futbol Club

About The Collaboration

NEFC is proud to partner with Mass General Brigham for Children as our Official Healthcare Provider. Through this collaboration, NEFC athletes and families gain access to world-class sports medicine, orthopedics, and pediatric care.

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  • Access To The Best

    NEFC families will benefit from streamlined access to specialized services for chronic and season ending injuries, with timely treatment options tailored to the needs of youth athletes. This includes an expedited hotline (617)643-4010 to be seen by a top medical team

  • Medical Director

    Dr. Nikolaos Paschos, MD, PhD, Chief of Children’s Orthopaedics at Mass General Brigham, will serve as Club Medical Director, ensuring athletes have coordinated access to in-person and virtual care.

  • Uniforms

    Mass General Brigham for Children will be prominently featured on NEFC uniforms, facilities, and digital platforms, underscoring a shared commitment to health, performance, and community impact.

  • Content

    Mass General Brigham for Children will lead new initiatives in injury prevention, training education, and athlete wellness, ensuring players are supported both on and off the field.

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NEFC Medical Director

Nikolaos Paschos, MD, PhD

Dr. Nikolaos K. Paschos is an experienced pediatric orthopedic surgeon and researcher specialized in sports medicine, with a particular interest in arthroscopic surgery of the knee, hip and shoulder joints, in sport injuries and in regenerative medicine.

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