Our sports medicine physician are specially trained in musculoskeletal medicine and the non-musculoskeletal aspects of exercise and activity. While general health practitioners have a solid understanding of these principles, the sports medicine physician is required to complete a fellowship in this specialty and pass formal testing relative to sports medicine.
Oregon Medical Group's sports medicine specialist can diagnose a sports injury and either treat the patient or coordinate care with an orthopedist if the issue requires it. Sports medicine specialist are trained to uncover the root causes of sports injuries, which means a quicker diagnosis, quicker medical aid and quicker recovery.
