N.M. Admin. Code § 15.6.5.13

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 21, November 5, 2024

Section 15.6.5.13 - THE RINGSIDE PHYSICIAN

A. Duties of the ringside physician: The ringside physician shall:

(1) Observe the physical condition of the contestants during the course of the match.

(2) Advise the referee if the physician determines that a contestant requires first aid treatment.

(3) Render treatment to a contestant if requested to do so by the referee.

(4) Examine any contestant between rounds whenever the physician deems it appropriate.

(5) Advise the referee to terminate the match if the physician is of the opinion that any contestant is physically unfit to continue.

(6) Treat any contestant who appears injured at the conclusion of the match.

(7) Advise the commission representative in charge to terminate any match if, in the opinion of the physician, any contestant has received severe punishment or is in danger of serious physical injury.

(8) Render immediately any emergency treatment necessary, and recommend further treatment or hospitalization, if required.

(9) Determine whether the injured contestant and his manager should remain in the ring or on the premises after the contest for a period of time as deemed advisable by the physician.

(10) Present a full report on the matter to the commission within 24 hours of the match.

B. When the ringside physician may enter the ring: Barring anything contrary to this part, the ringside physician may enter the ring between rounds and terminate any match or bout to prevent severe punishment or serious injury to a contestant. The referee may request an examination of the contestant during the match or bout, and is required to stop the contest upon the recommendation of the physician.

N.M. Admin. Code § 15.6.5.13

15.6.5.13 NMAC - N, 03-23-2002