FAM - 735 Primary Care Sports Medicine

The focus of this elective will be on outpatient management of acute and chronic sports and exercise-related injuries and medical issues pertinent to athletes in a multidisciplinary setting. Emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal problems common to athletes. In the context of sports medicine, the student will get exposure and improve proficiency in musculoskeletal physical examination, imaging (such as plain films, MRIs, and bone scans); biomechanics; physical therapy, physiology and metabolism; nutrition; and sports psychology. In addition to the clinical issues, the philosophy of primary care sports medicine will be explored, and the aspects of prevention in sports medicine will be highlighted. Depending on students’ interest and the availability of the attendings, this course may be taken either at Midwest Orthopedics at Rush (1725 W. Harrison) or at Midwest Orthopedic Consultants, Inc., in Orland Park. Students must make arrangements for this clerkship with the course director. Elective