UCSF primary care sports medicine — head-to-toe essential training for 2023
The 18th annual UCSF primary care sports medicine 2023 delivers two video lectures and 37 companion PDFs totaling 15.35 GB — designed to give primary care providers the confidence and competence they need when managing musculoskeletal problems in the clinic. The curriculum spans the full body, from MSK examination techniques and joint injections through pediatric fractures, concussion management, and the latest evidence on supplements in sports medicine.
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2023edition
Inside this resource
Examination and injection skills for everyday practice
UCSF primary care sports medicine 2023 starts with the hands-on fundamentals: conducting specific musculoskeletal examinations and performing joint injections effectively. These are the skills that separate a confident primary care provider from one who reflexively refers every MSK complaint. The material walks you through diagnostic reasoning and physical exam maneuvers that translate directly into patient encounters.
Diagnosing injuries across the age spectrum
A major focus is diagnosing the most common musculoskeletal injuries in both children and adults using history, physical exam, and imaging when indicated. The pediatric sessions cover fractures and growth-related injuries that often present differently than their adult counterparts, while the adult modules address overuse injuries, ligament tears, and tendon pathology.
Treatment pathways from conservative to surgical
The curriculum incorporates both conservative and surgical treatment options for common musculoskeletal problems, along with dedicated sessions on supplements in sports medicine, concussion management, and joint replacement indications. This breadth ensures you understand when to manage in-house and when referral is the right call.
Who this serves
- Primary care physicians — family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatricians managing MSK complaints daily
- Sports medicine fellows — structured curriculum covering the breadth of primary care sports medicine
- Physical therapists and athletic trainers — understanding the diagnostic and treatment framework used by referring physicians
The chart
| Format | 2 MP4 videos + 37 PDFs |
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| Size | 15.35 GB |
| Year | 2023 |
| Publisher | UCSF |
| Department | Orthopedics |
| Delivery | Instant download after checkout · lifetime re-access |
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James T. –
This course does a great job bridging the gap between orthopedic specialty knowledge and primary care application. The treatment pathway sessions helped me make better referral decisions.
Brian K. –
The MSK examination modules are practical and well-organized. I use the joint injection techniques from this course regularly in my practice. The 37 PDFs are a goldmine of reference material.
Marcus D. –
Exactly what I needed for my sports medicine rotation. The pediatric fractures section helped me feel more confident evaluating young athletes. The UCSF faculty clearly know how to teach primary care providers.
Sarah L. –
Solid content covering the breadth of primary care sports medicine. The concussion management and supplements lectures were particularly current. At 15.35 GB the download is substantial but worth it.
Angela R. –
Good overview of the essential sports medicine topics. I would have liked more video content rather than mostly PDFs, but the written material is thorough and clinically relevant.
Priya N. –
The PDFs are comprehensive but having only 2 video lectures limits the visual learning experience. The content itself is strong, especially the joint injection and examination modules.