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Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Emergency Medicine | Sports Medicine in Kentucky

DefinitionAn emergency physician with special knowledge in sports medicine is responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention and management of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician has knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle. Knowledge of exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation and epidemiology is essential to the practice of sports medicine.
GroupingAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
ClassificationEmergency Medicine
SpecializationSports Medicine

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