Sports Medicine

Sports medicine is a field of medicine is related to the treatment of sports related injuries and conditions. Doctors who specialize in sports medicine go through specialized training to help them relate to some of the common conditions associated with sports and physical injuries. It is becoming an increasingly popular field and the demand for sports medicine specialists is growing as the general population seeks to become more active. The goal of sports medicine is to help prevent injuries and optimize health. However, once an injury takes place, the goal is to sure that the injured person is able to recovery as completely as possible with minimal damage or loss.

Primary care, Internal and Family medicine physicians can also become experienced sports medicine physicians. Most physicians who decide to take on an extra specialization obtain a 1-2 year additional training in sports medicine through accredited fellowships and subspecialty programs. Additional outlets, which add to the expertise of a Primary Care and Sports Medicine physician, include continuing education in sports medicine, and memberships and participation s in sports medicine societies and teams.

David Wallis, M.D. Family and Sports Medicine
South Bay Family Medical Groups designated Sports Medicine specialist