From injury assessment and care to treatment of exercise-related asthma and diabetes, our network of sports medicine doctors provides comprehensive care for active people of any age. Our team works closely with orthopaedic surgeons, physical therapists and certified athletic trainers to return people to an active lifestyle and competition as quickly and as safely as possible.

See our list of sports medicine doctors below.

Specialized Training

Doctors who are part of Minnesota Sports Medicine's network receive ongoing sports medicine training and serve as team doctors for local high schools or colleges. Most have completed a sports medicine fellowship or have earned a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in sports medicine. Many teach student doctors and lecture on sports medicine topics.

Special medical expertise includes athletic eating disorders, women’s health issues, metabolic disorders, low back injuries, skin infections and more. Many doctors serve as medical consultants or doctors for sports teams that include the Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Lynx, Minnesota Wild, University of Minnesota athletic programs, Minnesota Thunder, the Minnesota State High School League, Macalester College, Augsburg College, College of St. Catherine, Hamline University and St. Thomas University.

For an appointment or a referral, call our Appointment Line: 612-273-4800.

Insurance

Our network of doctors see patients at community- and University-based clinics in the Twin Cities. These clinics accept a wide range of health plans. Please check with your doctor about insurance coverage when making your appointment.

Why Choose a Sports Medicine Doctor?

Sports medicine doctors are usually doctors of family, pediatric or internal medicine who care for active people and athletes of any age. They are trained to diagnose and treat injuries and health problems that affect sports participation and an active lifestyle.

More than 85 percent of muscle and joint injuries don't require surgery. Sports medicine doctors use non-surgical methods to treat spine, hip, shoulder, knee and foot injuries. Examples include ankle sprains, concussions, knee and shoulder injuries, and stress fractures. Sports medicine doctors also care for health conditions that affect activity, such as asthma, arthritis, nutrition problems and poor fitness. They teach patients how to prevent injuries and become healthier.

How to Choose a Sports Medicine Doctor

Sports medicine is not a certified medical specialty but doctors who have completed a CAQ are recognized by national accreditation organizations as sports medicine specialists. Other criteria, such as experience and percent of time spent treating athletes, can also help you to determine if your doctor is qualified to diagnose and treat sports injuries. Start by asking these questions:

• How long have you treated athletes?
• What kind of training have you had?
• What percent of your patients are athletes? Most sports medicine doctors practice sports medicine part-time. Choose a doctor who treats athletes 25 to 40 percent of the time.
• Are you a team doctor for a local team?
• Are you a member of a sports medicine organization?

MSM Sports Medicine Doctor Network

Our network of sports medicine doctors brings together specialists from throughout the Twin Cities, including the University of Minnesota, Hennepin County Medical Center, Fairview Health Services and those in private practice.

BJ Anderson, M.D., Boyton Health Services

Mark Alexander, M.D., CAQ, Fairview Haiwatha Clinic

Sheldon Burns, M.D., CAQ, Edina Family Physicians

Heather Cichanowski, M.D., CAQ, Health Partners Specialty Center

Steve Elias, M.D., CAQ, Columbia Park Medical Group

Peter Hanson, M.D., CAQ, Sports and Orthopaedic Specialists

Rob Johnson, M.D., CAQ, Hennepin County Medical Center Family Practice

Sarah Lehnert, M.D., CAQ, Minnesota Orthopedic Specialists

Bryan Mayol, M.D., CAQ, Fairview Sports and Orthopedic Care

Grant Morrison, M.D., CAQ, Fairview Maple Grove Medical Center

Brad Moser, M.D., CAQ, Minnesota Sports Medicine-Twin Cities Orthopedics

Gary Nichols, M.D., CAQ, Partners in Pediatrics

Alex Noll, D.O., CAQ, Fairview Sports and Orthopedic Care-Burnsville

Jennifer Oberstar, M.D., CAQ, Camden Physicians

John Odom, M.D., MPH, Odom Sports Medicine

David Olson, M.D., University Family Physicians/North Memorial

Jamie Peters, M.D., CAQ, Fairview Sports and Orthopedic Care-Burnsville; Fairview Ridges Hospital

Kevin Ronneberg, M.D., Fairview Sports and Orthopedic Care-Fairview Lakes

Steven Stovitz, M.D., CAQ, University of Minnesota Smiley’s Clinic