Sports Medicine Clinic Visit Overview

At the UW Health Sports Medicine Clinic in Madison, Wisconsin, our sports medicine fellowship-trained doctors work closely with patients and the rest of the sports medicine team to develop treatment plans that are patient-centered and focus on maximizing participation in sports and recreational activities.

 

To help you better prepare for your clinic visit with us, please review the following information. This comprehensive list outlines what to expect, as well as the health care providers you may encounter at a typical clinic visit. Your visit with us may or may not include all of the services listed below.

 

 

 

After registering at the entrance to the clinic building, take the elevators to the second floor and sign in at the reception desk for Sports Medicine. Please give the receptionist your completed New Patient Health History Questionnaire (pdf). This is the same form that was mailed to you when you set up your appointment.

 

Average time: 15-20 minutes

Electronic Medical Record Update

 

A medical assistant (MA) will bring you from the waiting area and take you to your clinic room. The MA will then update your current medications and health status in your electronic medical record.

 

Average time: 5-10 minutes

Preliminary Examination

 

You will be seen by the physician's resident, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, athletic trainer, or a physical therapist who will note your history, perform a preliminary physical examination, and determine if you need radiographic films.

 

Average time: 15 minutes

Radiology

 

If you need new x-ray films, you will be sent down the hall to radiology (you may be asked to change into shorts or a gown for x-rays). You will then return to your clinic room and your films will be sent electronically to your room; you do not need to hand carry any films.

 

Average time: 10-30 minutes

Physician Evaluation & Assessment

 

The physician will review your history and repeat essential parts of the physical examination. At the completion of this assessment, the physician will provide you with a diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan. This plan may include, but is not limited to the following: 

• Prescription for Braces / Orthotics: Depending on the type of orthotic prescribed, you may see the orthotic technician at your clinic visit, or you may be asked to schedule an appointment at a later date.
• Consult for Sports Rehabilitation: If the physician recommends sports rehabilitation, you can schedule an appointment with any Physical Therapy Clinic that is covered by your insurance. Please bring the consult form to your initial sports rehabilitation visit.
• Referral to other health care providers: Contact information will be provided at your clinic visit. Appointments may potentially be scheduled at the Sports Medicine clinic front desk, or you may be directed to schedule them on your own. 
• Follow-up Appointment: An appointment sheet will be provided at the end of your visit that should be taken to the Sports Medicine Clinic front desk to schedule your next appointment.