About Ochsner
Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate.
Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship Program
A one-year program in Primary Care Sports Medicine is offered for physicians who have satisfactorily completed an approved residency in Family Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, or Internal Medicine and who are eligible for examination by their respective certifying board. Ochsner Primary Care Sports Medicine deals with the care of sports-related injuries. Specifically, it involves the diagnosis and treatment of bone, ligament, and tendon injuries of the shoulder, elbow, knee, and ankle.
Sports-related injuries require specialized care for proper healing. To provide proper diagnosis and prevent future injuries, Ochsner has developed the Primary Care Sports Medicine Program to provide diagnostic and treatment facilities for all ranges of athletes and their injuries. The Ochsner Primary Care Sports Medicine Program provides a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach to the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of sports- and fitness-related injuries, and provides preventive care through the promotion of wellness, fitness, performance enhancement, and education.
The fellow works closely with the staff in all aspects of practice, which includes participation in outpatient office practice and team coverage activities such as training room visits and game coverage.
Step into the forefront of athletic healthcare with the Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at Ochsner Health. Designed for physicians dedicated to mastering the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal conditions, our comprehensive one-year program offers unparalleled hands-on training alongside some of the nation’s top orthopedic and sports medicine specialists.
As a fellow at Ochsner, you will work shoulder-to-shoulder with leading Ochsner ortho faculty and fellow trainees in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. From outpatient clinical practices to cutting-edge research and innovation, you will gain the advanced expertise needed to excel in the field.
What sets our program apart is the extraordinary depth of clinical exposure. Fellows gain immersive, high-level experience covering sports at every level—from youth and recreational athletics to high schools, collegiate programs, and elite professional teams. Train with the best physicians in the country and build the clinical confidence to lead the future of sports medicine.
Experience world-class training against the backdrop of one of the country’s most vibrant and culturally rich cities. Located in the heart of the Gulf South, New Orleans offers an extraordinary backdrop for your fellowship journey, combining elite academic medicine with an unmatched quality of life.
Beyond the clinic and the sidelines, you’ll immerse yourself in a city famous for its legendary culinary scene, iconic music, and vibrant neighborhood festivals. Whether you're catching live jazz, exploring historic architecture, or enjoying world-renowned cuisine, New Orleans provides an inspiring, energetic community where you can grow both personally and professionally throughout your fellowship.
