9 Sports Medicine Physicians Found in Kankakee, IL

We found 9 Sports Medicine Physicians available in Kankakee, IL with an average 4 stars across 37 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 7 Sports Medicine Physicians listed are accepting new patients and 5 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Michael John Corcoran, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Kankakee, IL1.0 mi
"This was my 2nd opinion and I wish it had been my first ! Dr. Is kind and smart. He found what other Doctors had missed." View Profile

Dr. Ming Hung, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Kankakee, IL0.8 mi
Dr. Ming Hung, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Kankakee, IL. His specialties include Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. View Profile

Dr. Jonathan Cappeller Cotton, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
18 years exp
Kankakee, IL1.0 mi
Dr. Jonathan Cappeller Cotton, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Kankakee, IL, with other offices in Bourbonnais, IL and Palos Heights, IL(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Carey Eugene Ellis, MD

Sports Medicine
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Kankakee, IL1.0 mi
"Very good bed side manner and great personality. Does a good job of explains issues and how to treat them." View Profile

Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Kankakee, IL0.8 mi
Dr. Ekua Gilbert-Baffoe, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Kankakee, IL. View Profile

Dr. Tomasz Taduesz Antkowiak, MD

Sports Medicine
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bourbonnais, IL3.3 mi
"Amazing team, great surgeon!" View Profile

Dr. Brock Mullenbach, DO

Orthopedic Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Bourbonnais, IL
Dr. Brock Mullenbach, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Bourbonnais, IL. His specialties include Orthopedic Surgery, General Orthopedics, Sport Medicine Specialist. View Profile

Deborah A Panuska

Sports Medicine
Accepting New Patients
Bradley, IL2.0 mi
Deborah A Panuska is a health care provider primarily located in Bradley, IL, with another office in Bradley, IL. Her specialties include Sports Medicine, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Dr. Douglas M Stam, DC

Chiropractor
Bourbonnais, IL3.6 mi
Dr. Douglas M Stam, DC is a health care provider primarily located in Bourbonnais, IL. Their specialties include Sports Medicine, Chiropractor. View Profile

What is a Sports Medicine Physician and How Can They Help You?

A sports medicine physician specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating activity-related injuries. These specialists help athletes and active individuals recover from injuries, enhance performance, and avoid future injuries.

Sports medicine doctors complete medical school, primary residency (family medicine, internal medicine, emergency medicine, or PM&R), and a one- to two-year sports medicine fellowship. Some orthopedic surgeons also complete sports medicine training.

A Sports Medicine Doctor's practice includes:

  • Emphasizes musculoskeletal trauma, exercise science, and athletic optimization
  • Conducts physical assessments, orders imaging, diagnoses activity-related injuries, formulates treatment and rehabilitation strategies
  • Treats ligamentous injuries, muscular strains, tendon inflammation, overuse injuries, skeletal stress injuries, and head trauma
  • Uses conservative management (therapeutic injections, bracing, physical rehabilitation), exercise programming, and orthopedic surgical coordination
  • Also called: sports physician, athletic medicine specialist, team doctor, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a Sports Medicine Physician in Kankakee who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Sports Medicine Physicians in Kankakee who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Sports Medicine Physicians in Kankakee who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Sports Medicine Physicians providing telehealth services in Kankakee. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Sports Medicine Physicians in Kankakee?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Sports Medicine Physicians, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a Sports Medicine Physician in Kankakee?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Kankakee. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Sports Medicine Physicians in Kankakee have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Kankakee. This helps you find a Sports Medicine Physician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Sports Medicine Physicians in Kankakee without calling?
Search for Sports Medicine Physicians who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a Sports Medicine Physician in Kankakee with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Sports Medicine Physicians in Kankakee. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a Sports Medicine Physician in Kankakee?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Sports Medicine Physician.
How can I locate a Sports Medicine Physician in Kankakee who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Sports Medicine Physicians. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a Sports Medicine Physician in Kankakee who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Sports Medicine Physicians practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Sports Medicine Physicians who work there.

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