You might hire a sports medicine physician to:
- Help athletes recover from injuries
Develop treatment and rehabilitation plans tailored to an athlete’s needs
Prep an athlete to return to the field
Provide trainings on how to avoid injury during play
| Required skills and qualifications | Preferred skills and qualifications |
| Formal training in orthopedics | Ability to comprehensively explain medical terminology in plain language |
| Possession of a local and/or national medical license | Willingness to work alongside other medical professionals |
| Prior residency or fellowship in sports medicine | Thorough knowledge of common athletic injuries |
| Strong passion for sports | Deep concern for patient health outcomes |
| Compassionate demeanor | Significant experience working with diverse patients |
