Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine Track

The Sports Medicine Track offers residents a deeper focus on caring for athletes and active individuals beyond the standard two-week rotation. It is designed for those interested in gaining confidence and skill in managing sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal health.

Core Experience: Sports Medicine Center

Led by Dr. Jay Shah, DO, CAQ in Sports Medicine and FMRP faculty, our free clinic meets every Wednesday evening and serves the local community high schools and colleges. Supported by our long-standing partnerships with Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center and Premier Family Medicine Associates, residents evaluate and treat acute and chronic injuries, often working alongside physical therapists and local athletic trainers. On-site X-rays provide additional learning opportunities, including image interpretation and injury management during athletes’ sports seasons.

Sports Coverage Opportunities

Residents serve as team physicians for local high school varsity football games and collegiate sports, including football. We also partner with the Ontario Reign (AHL affiliate for the LA Kings) to provide medical support and provide medical coverage at community events like the Holiday Half Marathon.

In May, Sports Medicine Track residents participate in annual mass physicals for partnering high schools. These events not only provide practical clinical experience, but all proceeds go toward supporting the high schools’ athletic programs.

Electives and Procedural Skills

Electives allow residents to work closely with experienced sports medicine faculty in various practice settings. Residents gain exposure to diagnostic ultrasound and ultrasound-guided injections, building foundational procedural skills.

Academic Involvement

Residents regularly present cases and research at local university conferences and national conferences such as the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). They contribute musculoskeletal lectures during weekly resident didactics and present to community physicians at noon conferences.

Who Should Apply?

This track is ideal for residents seeking extra training in sports medicine and musculoskeletal care, and especially for those interested in strengthening their application for sports medicine fellowships. Residents apply at the end of their first year to participate during their second and third years. First-year residents are welcome to join clinic sessions as schedules permit.