Taxonomy Code 207RS0010X(207rs0010x)
Sports Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician. Providers: 1
Sports Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician Providers
| NPI | Name | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
|
DR. M.D. Justin Luhovey |
Individual |
2027 Lebanon Church Rd West Mifflin, PA |
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| Taxonomy Code | 207RS0010X |
| Specialization | Sports Medicine |
| Display Name | Sports Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician |
| Taxonomy Group | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians |
| Taxonomy Classification | Internal Medicine |
| Definition | An internist trained to be responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the healthcare of the individual. |
| Effective Date | September 30, 2009 |
| Modification Date | September 30, 2009 |