Preventing Sports Injuries
Exercise is good for the body, and with proper precautions, sports injuries can often be prevented.
Overview
Sports Medicine Expertise for Any Need
Our sports medicine team at Broward Health cares for a wide range of conditions for patients who suffer from musculoskeletal injuries that affect the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues. We also offer injury prevention and return to sport testing for athletes and have a comprehensive concussion program. Our experienced team is available to provide various resources from injury prevention plans to return to sport testing that evaluates your readiness to return to high level activities our sports medicine specialists are available to help get you back in the game. To schedule an appointment with one of our sports medicine physicians please call 954.759.7400.
Conditions & Treatments
Sports Conditions and Specialized Services
ACL and UCL reconstructions
Arthroplasty for knees and shoulders
Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair
Arthroscopy of the knee, shoulder, elbow, and ankle
Cartilage injuries
Fracture care of the upper and lower extremity
Joint instability
Labral repairs of the shoulder
Ligament injuries (ACL and UCL)
Meniscal and cartilage repair
Multi-ligament knee reconstruction
Overuse injuries
Patellar realignment and stabilizing procedures
Surgical and non-operative management of fractures
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Broward Health?
Broward Health’s sports medicine team has orthopedic surgical expertise – and specialized sports medicine training. We care for any sports injury – from sprains to the most complex surgical repair. In addition to fractures or bone-related sports injuries, our sports medicine specialists care for your entire musculoskeletal system – because what seems to be an isolated injury can affect all aspects of your movement and function.
We take a comprehensive approach to sports medicine-related injuries and conditions – from diagnosis through treatment and rehabilitation for a full recovery. Our team also works with athletes at every level for preventive care to keep your body structure and movement strong – before injuries occur.
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Team
Kanell, Daniel R., MD
Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
1601 South Andrews Avenue
2nd Floor
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
954-522-3355
Swirsky, Stephen M., DO
Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
2300 N Commerce Parkway
Suite 108
Weston, FL 33326
954-217-2710
Walters, Jason A., MD
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery
1601 South Andrews Avenue
2nd Floor
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
954-522-3355
Atte, Akere C., MD
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery
6280 W Sample Road
Suite 202
Coral Springs, FL 33067
954-481-9942
Caldwell, George L., MD
Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
6000 North Federal Hwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
954-771-2551
Gonzalez, Jorge A., MD
Sports Medicine
3333 West Commercial Blvd
Ste 101
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
954-751-6990
Lipman, Adam J., MD
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery
800 E. Cypress Creek Rd.
Ste 304
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
954-491-7758
Schapiro, Barry E., MD
Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
3500 Tyler Street
Hollywood, FL 33021
954-987-2047
Swartzon, Michael, MD
Sports Medicine
1228 South Pine Island Road
Suite 310
Plantation, FL 33324
954-392-1725
Yoldas, Erol A., MD
Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
5400 North Federal Highway
Suite 102
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
954-866-9699
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