From injury assessment to non-surgical treatment of muscle and joint concerns, our sports medicine team provides a broad spectrum of orthopedic care for active people of any age. Our sports medicine doctors work closely with orthopedic surgeons, podistrists, physical therapists, athletic trainers and other orthopedic specialists to return you to an active lifestyle and competition as quickly and as safely as possible.

Timely Appointments and Information
We know convenience is important. That's why we offer three convenient locations and timely appointments. We welcome physician and self referrals.

South Metro:              952-460-4900
                            We offer evening and Saturday hours!

North Metro:           651-982-7800

Northwest Metro:    763-488-4188

Our Doctors
Our team has advanced training in caring for active people and have completed a sports medicine fellowship. Most have also earned a Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in sports medicine. They also serve as team physicians for local athletic teams.

Sarah Lehnert, M.D., CAQ
Bryan R. Mayol, M.D., CAQ
Alex Noll, D.O., CAQ
Jamie Peters, M.D., CAQ
Kevin Ronneberg, M.D.

Why Choose a Sports Medicine Doctor?
Sports medicine doctors are usually doctors of family, pediatric or internal medicine who care for active people and athletes of any age. They are trained to diagnose and treat injuries and health problems that affect sports participation and an active lifestyle.

More than 85 percent of muscle and joint injuries don't require surgery. Sports medicine doctors use non-surgical methods to treat spine, hip, shoulder, knee and foot injuries. Examples include ankle sprains, concussions, knee and shoulder injuries, and stress fractures. They also teach patients how to prevent injuries and become healthier.

How to Choose a Sports Medicine Doctor
Sports medicine is not a certified medical specialty but doctors who have completed a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) are recognized by national accreditation organizations as sports medicine specialists. Other criteria, such as experience and percent of time spent treating athletes, can also help you to determine if your doctor is qualified to diagnose and treat sports injuries. Start by asking these questions:

• How long have you treated athletes?
• What kind of training have you had?
• What percent of your patients are athletes? Most sports medicine doctors practice sports medicine part-time. Choose a doctor who treats athletes 25 to 40 percent of the time.
• Are you a team doctor for a local team?
• Are you a member of a sports medicine organization?