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Hawai'i Hilo Vulcans Athletics

HAWAI'I HILO VULCANS ATHLETICS

Hawai‘i Hilo Athletic Trainers Kelsie Espiritu-Tanabe and Kensei Gibbs


MISSION STATEMENT

It is our hope that during your time at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo, you maintain a successful and injury-free career. However, in competitive athletics, injuries do occur and that is where we step in.

We serve as the initial contact between student-athletes and team physicians in regards to injury management. It is imperative to report any and all injuries to a staff member, which can then provide appropriate care. The staff is also responsible for assisting athletes with scheduling physician appointments.

We hope that all of our student-athletes have a successful and enjoyable experience while attending Hawai‘i Hilo, and it is our goal to provide the best possible care for any medical issues that may arise during this time.


ANNUAL REQUIREMENTS

Both new and returning student-athletes must complete the following forms and readings.

DEADLINE:
June 30, 2025

2025-26 Instructions

Access Forms Online - PRIVIT Portal:
HiloAthletics.com/Medical

REQUIRED READING:
Sickle Cell Trait
Concussion
Drug Testing
Banned Drugs
FAQ: Banned Substances


ADDITIONAL INSURANCE INFORMATION

Student-athletes are required to take a physical prior to any athletic-related activity and provide proof of medical insurance coverage. Mandatory and applicable medical paperwork must be completed in full and mailed to the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics prior to physicals along with a copy of both sides of your medical insurance card.

Mainland student-athletes who have Kaiser Permanente Insurance must obtain a Kaiser Hawaii ID number. Please contact the Kaiser-Hawaii Region Customer Service Center at 1-800-966-5955 (Press # 1) and have your Kaiser card available. A Hawaii ID number will be provided to you at no charge.

International Student-Athletes — Please contact Jim Mellon (UH Hilo Director of International Student Services & Intercultural Education) for assistance with student insurance plans and other support services. Contact via email mellon@hawaii.edu or office phone 808-932-7467.

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HAWAI‘I HILO SPORTS MEDICINE

EMAIL

uhhatr@hawaii.edu

MAILING ADDRESS

ATTN: Sports Medicine
Hawai‘i Hilo Athletics
200 W. Kawili St.
Hilo, HI 96720


Kensei Gibbs

HEAD ATHLETIC TRAINER
Kensei Gibbs

gibbsk@hawaii.edu

808-932-7162

Athletic Trainer Kelsie Espiritu Tanabe

ATHLETIC TRAINER
Kelsie Espiritu-Tanabe

kelsieet@hawaii.edu

808-932-7803

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ATHLETIC TRAINER
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808-932-7803


Sports Medicine Facilities