Specialty overview
Sports and exercise medicine specialists care for people of all ages and exercise levels, they diagnose and manage acute or chronic exercise related injuries and manage medical problems associated with sports and exercise.
Clinical practice
Sports and exercise medicine specialists work predominately in private practice, or may also work with sporting teams both at elite and community levels. Some sports and exercise medicine specialists may be required to tour with the sporting team they work with, to provide on-field management.
Key statistics
Number of Queensland and Australian specialists
Number of Queensland and Australian new fellows
Number of Queensland trainees and average work hours
Information on specialists
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Specialists over 60
This donut chart shows that 27% of specialists are aged over 60 years. -
Specialist intending to retire by 2033
This donut chart shows that 47% of 2023 workforce intend to retire by 2033. -
Location in QLD
This donut chart shows the percentage of specialists by their location: 0% are located in regional QLD, 100% are in major cities, and 0% are in remote regions. The chart highlights that a vast majority of specialists are based in major cities. -
Proportion Female/Male - QLD
73.3%
male26.7%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 73.3%, Females are 26.7%. -
Public vs Private
85.7%
private14.3%
publicThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of public and private specialists. Private is 85.7%, Public is 14.8%.
Information on trainees
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Proportion female/male trainees in QLD
63%
male38%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 63%, Females are 38%.
Training information
College
Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians (ACSEP)
Length of training
4 years full-time
Method of allocation
College-selected trainees may be allocated to a training post by:
- College
Program overview
Sport and exercise medicine training incorporates clinical experience and attendance at weekly tutorials and follows a curriculum which details both the knowledge, skills and attitudes essential to becoming a competent sport and exercise medicine physician. Prior to joining the training program, applicants must complete foundation training with the equivalent of three years general medical and surgical post-graduate training before undertaking advanced training with ACSEP. Upon completing all requirements of the training program, trainees may apply to sit the Fellowship examination (written and clinical, including viva) to attain Fellowship of the Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians (FACSEP)
Training and assessment summary
For detailed information in relation to training and assessment requirements, please contact ACSEP.
Eligibility
Applicants must hold current medical registration with the Medical Board of Australia, have permanent residency status or citizenship in Australia at the time of application, have completed foundation training (3 years of general medical and surgical experience post-graduation) and have successfully completed the ACSEP Entrance Examinations (Part A and B).
Flexibility
Minimum 50% of full-time commitment and is considered on an individual basis. Training must be completed within 10 years.
Interrupted training
Allowed for up to 12 months, each case will be considered on an individual basis.