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Certification for Sports Physicians Gathers Momentum.
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|July 26, 2016
Summary
Physician groups are increasingly offering sports medicine special qualification tests and training programs. This reflects a growing emphasis on specialized medical expertise in sports-related injuries and care.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Sports Medicine
- Professional Certification
Background:
- Growing demand for specialized sports medicine care.
- Need for standardized physician qualifications in sports medicine.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the current landscape of sports medicine special qualification testing.
- To identify trends in the establishment of new tests and training programs.
Main Methods:
- Survey of physician groups offering or considering sports medicine certifications.
- Analysis of existing and developing training programs.
Main Results:
- Multiple physician groups currently provide sports medicine special qualification tests.
- Other groups are actively considering or implementing such testing and training.
Conclusions:
- There is a clear trend towards formalizing sports medicine expertise through certification.
- Increased availability of specialized training and testing is anticipated.
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