What to expect
A sports physician's assessment differs from personal training or a general fitness class.
A good place to start
Ask whether the clinician covers the concern and activity involved. Explain your current activity and goals, and check how advice will be shared with any treating physiotherapist or other clinician.
What to compare
- Medical specialty
- Activity-specific experience
- Coordinated plan
Prepare your questions
Write down why you are seeking care and what you want to understand. Check the practitioner’s professional registration and whether a referral is needed. These guides explain services; they cannot assess symptoms or choose treatment. Do not delay urgent care to compare listings.
Understand the other options
Occupational physician
Occupational medicine considers health in relation to work, including fitness for duties and support for return to work.
Insurance physician
Insurance medicine involves medical assessment for an insurance or related decision.