How do they match: Sports Medicine Physicians

  • Nonsurgical Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
  • Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
  • Sports Medicine Primary Care Physician

  • Advise against injured athletes returning to games or competition if resuming activity could lead to further injury.
  • Advise athletes on ways that substances, such as herbal remedies, could affect drug testing results.
  • Advise athletes, trainers, or coaches to alter or cease sports practices that are potentially harmful.
  • Advise coaches, trainers, or physical therapists on the proper use of exercises and other therapeutic techniques, and alert them to potentially dangerous practices.
  • Coordinate sports care activities with other experts, including specialty physicians and surgeons, athletic trainers, physical therapists, or coaches.
  • Record athletes' medical care information, and maintain medical records.

  • Advise athletes, coaches, or trainers on exercise regimens, nutrition, or equipment use.
  • Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments.
  • Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.