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Sports Medicine

When you need us, we’re there. From presence at local sporting events to answering your questions, we’re ready to help. Open communication means all of your providers — including physical therapists and athletic trainers — are on the same team. 

  * Please note that we are not a sports medicine urgent care or walk-in sports medicine clinic.

 * When scheduling, inform our office if you are seeking a second opinion. If able, please send medical records and imaging prior to your visit.

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Sports Medicine Medical Expertise

Whether treating injuries from Division 1 athletes, serving professional sports teams or helping community members get back in action, we've got you covered.

Elbow Injuries

Our team specializes in major elbow injuries resulting from throwing, repetitive motion or serious blows to the joint.

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Knee Injuries & Pain

Knee pain often means injury. We treat the whole joint and every tendon and ligament that supports it.

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Arm & Shoulder Injuries

Thirty muscles. Five joints. Countless ligaments. With that many moving parts, injury and pain can come from any place.

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Sports Medicine Physicians & Providers

Kim, Christopher

Kim, Christopher, MD

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Find Sports Medicine care at an Iowa Clinic location nearest to you.

Sports Medicine providers are conveniently located at campuses in or near the Des Moines metro area

Orthopaedic Surgery - Ankeny

1410 Southwest Tradition Drive
2nd Floor
Ankeny, IA 50023

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Orthopaedic Surgery - South Waukee

1025 Southeast Tallgrass Lane
2nd Floor
Waukee, IA 50263

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Orthopaedic Surgery - South Waukee

Orthopaedic Surgery - West Des Moines

5950 University Avenue
3rd Floor
West Des Moines, IA 50266

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Orthopaedic Surgery - West Des Moines

Waukee Surgery Center

1025 Southeast Tallgrass Lane
Waukee, IA 50263

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Common Sports Ankle Injuries & Interventions

Ankle injuries are common among athletes. A foot and ankle surgeon can help diagnose and treat your ankle injury for a faster recovery.

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