Our one-year, ACGME-accredited Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) offers comprehensive training in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of sports-related medical conditions and injuries. In this hands-on program, fellows will work closely with athletes both in the training room and on the field. Our dynamic curriculum emphasizes both rotational and longitudinal approaches to transform our fellows into industry-leading physicians.
Fellows will gain expertise through collaboration with the University of Nevada, Reno Athletic Program and Nevada Physical Therapy. During this program, you will master your knowledge in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions and injuries specific to athletes and exercising individuals. Additionally, fellows will partner with the faculty for a one-on-one musculoskeletal and ultrasound clinical experience.
We also offer a Wilderness and Sports Medicine Fellowship combination. In this program, you will have a built-in wilderness medicine rotation and the opportunity to obtain your PADI (Dive) certification as part of the training. This is in addition to six weeks of ski clinic experience.
Thanks to our proximity to the high desert and High Sierra, we are confident that our curriculum provides one of the best and most unique opportunities in sports medicine fellowship education. Completing the program will qualify you to apply for a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in sports medicine, equipping you with specialized skills for a successful career.
UNR Med deeply values our residents’ commitment by offering competitive salary and benefits packages. With no state income tax, Nevada residents can expect to receive a higher net salary compared to resident programs in other states.
UNR Med is committed to supporting our residents with the resources needed to ensure a successful and rewarding experience over the duration of your training.
The Resident Handbook outlines the policies and procedures of the residency program. Residents are expected to comply with these policies to ensure that all residents are working in a fair, supportive and equitable environment.
The Sports Medicine Fellowship offers a dynamic curriculum featuring a blend of rotational and longitudinal experiences. We are proud to have a strong affiliation with the University of Nevada, Reno Athletics Program and other partners such as the Reno Rodeo, Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Run, Northstar Ski Resort and Pallisades, USA.
In this program, you will gain hands-on experience working directly with athletes across various sports in the Sports Medicine Complex, a state-of-the-art facility located at the University of Nevada, Reno. You will work with Division I athletes both in the training room and on the field to learn skills for prevention, diagnoses and treatment of sports related injuries and illnesses.
Additionally, our program offers a comprehensive musculoskeletal and ultrasound clinical rotation with one-on-one mentorship. Fellows will also benefit from unique opportunities like scuba diving at Lake Tahoe, training at the Reno Rodeo, and working with athletes in events such as the Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Run.
To apply for the Sports Medicine Fellowship, candidates must be board-certified in Family Medicine and hold a valid medical license in Nevada. Applications can be submitted through the ERAS database and must include a letter of interest, medical school transcripts, USMLE scores and a signed AMSSM Code of Ethics.
Additionally, applicants should provide three letters of recommendation, one of which must come from their residency program director. All materials must be received by November 1 to be considered for the program. For further details on the application process, visit the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.
