Sports and exercise physicians as medical assessors.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1136/bjsports-2012-091550.
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Abstract
To clarify the role of sports and exercise physicians as medical assessors. Group discussion between senior doctors at a previous annual conference of the Australasian College of Sports Physicians, followed by further discussion between the authors. Clarification of the key requirements of insurers, and formulation of practical advice for those performing this work. Our expertise in performing medical assessments for the purpose of fitness to play sport is a transferable skill. It can also be used to provide medical assessments for injured workers. Our expertise in rehabilitation is also of value to insurers and other interested parties. The work is both challenging and rewarding, and can provide additional variety in the working week.
Medical subject headings
- Physician's Role
- Sports Medicine