Preparing for Sports Medicine Fellowship
Let us help you prepare for a sports medicine fellowship. We follow the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) Fellowship Preparation Track, and the following resources and services will help you meet the AMSSM's goals.
Longitudinal Mentorship
We can facilitate mentorship with a physician who holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in sports medicine. Please contact Brenda Dolejs, 612-626-2338, dole0010@umn.edu, for assistance.
Skills Enhancement
The department sponsors three sports medicine courses for our residents (note that course dates are TBD):
- Sports Medicine I: Basic Musculoskeletal Assessments (required)
- Sports Medicine II: Procedures in Sports Medicine (elective)
- USA Soccer Cup Sports Medicine (elective)
Scholarly Activity
- Get statistics support, literature search assistance, and more for your project by completing this online request form
- Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) grants for resident innovation and research
Contact Brenda Dolejs, 612-626-2338, dole0010@umn.edu, for assistance with research collaboration and mentors.
Longitudinal Sports Medicine Didactics & Networking
These have been altered due to COVID-19. Please contact Brenda Dolejs at dole0010@umn.edu for up-to-date information.
Grand Rounds
- Fairview Sports Medicine Grand Rounds
Location: Fairview Southdale Hospital, Lower Level, International Room
Date/time: Most Wednesdays, 7 am - 8 am
- TRIA Orthopaedic Center Tuesday Morning Conferences
Location: TRIA Physical Therapy and Education Center
Date/time: Tuesdays, 7 am - 8 am
Journal Club
Fairview Sports Medicine Journal Club is open to healthcare professionals and students at no charge.
Location: Fairview Southdale Hospital, Lower Level, International Room
Date/time: Every first Wednesdays each month, 7 am - 8 am
To be added to the mailing list for articles or for more information, contact Peter Ames, PT, PhD, SCS, pames1@fairview.org.
Annual CME Opportunities (Not Comprehensive)
- Twin Cities Sports Medicine Conference
Held during Twin Cities Marathon weekend, usually the first weekend in October
- Fairview Current Concepts in Sports Medicine
Held in May
- Fairview Sideline Review
Held in August
- TRIA Annual Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Conference
Held in February
- Allina Health Sports Medicine Conference
Held in July
National Meetings
Membership in at least one national organization is recommended.
- American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM)
AMSSM provides a forum to foster professional relationship among sports medicine physicians to advance the discipline of sports medicine through education, research, advocacy, and excellence in patient care. Its annual meeting is held in late April to early May.
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
ACSM advances and integrates scientific research to provide educational and practical applications of exercise science and sports medicine. Its annual meeting is held in late May to early June.
Mass Events
Please contact Brenda Dolejs, 612-626-2338, dole0010@umn.edu, for details and scheduling facilitation.
- Twin Cities Marathon
Medical directors: William Roberts, MD, MS, and Kevin Ronneberg, MD
- City of Lakes Loppet Ski Festival
Medical director: Michael Broton, MD
- Minnesota State High School League championship tournaments
Held throughout the year
- Target USA CUP International Youth Soccer Tournament
Note: You must be registered for the USA Soccer Cup Sports Medicine course
Sideline Coverage
First-year residents
Sideline coverage is not assigned in the first year of residency due to licensure. It's recommended that you focus on residency requirements and study during your first year. Sideline observation may be available.
Second- and third-year residents
Sideline coverage as a team physician should be coordinated and precepted through your residency program. It's optimal for the high school community you serve if there is continuity of service during both second and third years. For assistance with coordination, please contact Brenda Dolejs, 612-626-2338, dole0010@umn.edu
Event Coverage
Additional Resources
- Second-year and Third-year Visiting Resident Elective
Contact Brenda Dolejs, dole0010@umn.edu, for more information
- American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) Sports Ultrasound Online Didactics
A total of 35 instructional sessions are available for free
Local didactic opportunities are frequently available. To learn of current offerings, please contact Brenda Dolejs, 612-626-2338, dole0010@umn.edu.
