Taxonomy Code
Code:
207RS0010X
Type:
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification:
Internal Medicine
Specialization:
Sports Medicine
Level:
Level III - Area of Specialization
Definition:
An internist trained to be responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the healthcare of the individual.
Version:
NCCU Provider Taxonomy Version 22.1