Dr. Colin Bond is the manager of biomechanical engineering at Sanford Sports. He started in 2016.

Dr. Bond earned his doctorate in exercise science and nutrition from North Dakota State University (NDSU). He also holds a master’s degree in business administration from NDSU and master’s degree in kinesiology from the University of New Hampshire.

Dr. Bond’s work in biomechanics, orthopedics and sports medicine research focuses on understanding and improving athlete health, performance and injury prevention. He leads research projects and develops tools to assess injury risks, especially for ACL injuries. He also mentors students and collaborates with health care professionals to apply these insights in real-world settings.

While Dr. Bond does not directly care for patients or coach athletes, his work empowers providers with better tools and data to support their patients. Through research and development of advanced assessment tools, he helps clinicians provide more personalized guidance and have specific conversations with athletes about their injury risks and recovery timelines.

Working at Sanford Sports is rewarding for Dr. Bond because of the collaborative environment and state-of-the-art facilities he has access to. He is proud to work with an amazing team of doctors, athletic trainers and physical therapists who are all deeply committed to the common goal of improving patient experience and advancing care.