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Speaker Name. American Medical Society for Sports Medicine National group of sports medicine physicians “Whose goal is to provide a link between the rapidly expanding core knowledge related to sports medicine and its applications in a clinical setting.”. What is the AMSSM?.

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  1. Speaker Name

  2. American Medical Society for Sports Medicine National group of sports medicine physicians “Whose goal is to provide a link between the rapidly expanding core knowledge related to sports medicine and its applications in a clinical setting.” What is the AMSSM?

  3. Founded in 1991 by a group of physicians who recognized: Need for an organization within field of sports medicine that approached athletes, exercising individuals, and teams comprehensively Orthopedic Medical Nutritional Psychosocial AMSSM

  4. Applies sports medicine concepts to athletes of all levels Grade school High school College Professional Recreational (“weekend warrior”) AMSSM

  5. The “heart” of AMSSM Physician with specialized training who: Promotes lifelong fitness and wellness Encourages prevention of illness and injury Helps patients maximize function and minimize disability and time away from sports, work, or school What is a Sports Medicine Physician?

  6. Experienced sports medicine physicians with primary specialty in: Family practice, internal medicine, emergency medicine, pediatrics, physical medicine and rehabilitation Are board certified in primary specialty Additional subspecialty qualification for family practice, internal medicine, emergency medicine, and pediatrics available after passing a qualification examination Sports Medicine Physician

  7. Complete additional 1-2 years of additional sports medicine training through accredited sports medicine fellowship Many continue to participate in sports medicine societies and continuing education Sports Medicine Physician

  8. Many become leaders of the “sports medicine team” involving: Specialty physicians and surgeons Athletic trainers Physical therapists Coaches Athletes Other sports personnel Sports Medicine Physician

  9. What is the difference between a sports medicine physician and an orthopedic surgeon?

  10. Both well-trained in musculoskeletal medicine Sports medicine physicians specialize in non-operative management of sports conditions Orthopedic surgeons are trained in the operative management of musculoskeletal sports conditions Similarities and Differences

  11. Frequently work together caring for teams and athletes Sports medicine physicians: Expedite referrals to orthopedic/sports surgeon appropriately when indicated Guide referrals to appropriate rehabilitative care and ancillary services Similarities and Differences

  12. Sports medicine physicians have received additional training in non-musculoskeletal aspects of sports medicine: Mild traumatic brain injury (concussion) and other head injuries Athletes with acute and chronic illnesses (such as infections, diabetes, etc.) Nutrition, supplements, ergogenic aids and performance issues Similarities and Differences

  13. Additional training: “Return to play” decisions in sick or injured athlete Exercise prescription Strength training and other conditioning Healthy lifestyle promotion Injury prevention Similarities and Differences

  14. Team physicians for local and national teams and clubs Event physicians Coordinators of global medical and rehabilitative care of athletes within the “sports medicine team” Sports Physician: Other Responsibilities

  15. Pre-participation physical examinations Communication with: Athletic trainers, coaches, school administrators, athletes and families Sports psychology Substance use Sports Physician: Other Responsibilities

  16. “To offer a forum that fosters a collegial relationship among dedicated, competent sports medicine physicians as they seek to improve their individual expertise and raise, with integrity, the general level of sports medicine practice.” AMSSM Mission Statement

  17. Develop and maintain national society of sports medicine physicians who share a common philosophy, knowledge, and expertise related to sports medicine and its practice Encourage and support research in sports medicine Mission Statement: Goals

  18. Provide multidisciplinary educational opportunities for sports medicine physicians using meetings, video, printed materials, and other educational tools Encourage and support development and regular review of sports medicine knowledge base Mission Statement: Goals

  19. Develop position statements, guidelines, and educational materials for both professional and public use Provide venue for ideas and information sharing among colleagues Mission Statement: Goals

  20. Represent sports medicine physicians in all issues and arenas affecting sports medicine, sports medicine physicians, and delivery of sports medicine care Promote health and safety of athletes and physically active individuals through education of all involved in their care Mission Statement: Goals

  21. www.amssm.org Find a sports medicine doc Membership Sports medicine positions Forums and listserv Online Resources

  22. Fellowships Conferences Publications & position statements Press releases Case of the month Online Resources

  23. Board of directors and committees Resident scholarship award Links Online Resources

  24. Questions?

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