Sports Medicine is a branch of healthcare science that focus on injuries, treatment and prevention of injuries resulting during sports and exercise activities.
What can I do (Roles Available) ?
Sports surgeon
Sports Medicine Consultant
Consultant Physician
Researcher
Where can I work?
Government Medical Colleges and Hospitals, SAAI, Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports
Private Medical colleges and hospitals, Professional Sports teams, Government educational institutions, BCCI, ISL, IPL, Indian Olympic Association, Other sports associations
Positives
Meaningful service to others
Career opportunities
High demand
Challenges
Pressure
Unusual hours
Potential conflicts
Key Skills Required
Team Work
Communication
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Emotional Intelligence
Patience
Detail Oriented
Interpersonal Relationship
What Should I study ?
Pathway 1
Class XII in Science stream UG in Medicine & Surgery M.S. in Orthopaedic Surgery M.Ch. in Orthopaedics Surgery
Pathway 2
Class XII in Science stream UG in Medicine & Surgery PG in Sports Medicine (M.D.) Ph.D.
Pathway 3
Class XII in Science stream UG in Medicine & Surgery PG in Sports Medicine (M.D.) / Orthopaedics (D.N.B.) or M.D.