Sideline Medical Bag Preparation for Sports Medicine Physicians

Sideline medical care is an integral part of a sports medicine physician's responsibilities. While traveling with a sports team, the practice environment is much different than a standard clinic, training room, or emergency department. Planning and consideration are necessary to ensure that the correct supplies are available. This article addresses pre-event planning, packing, and travel requirements for a sports medicine physician's medical bag to ensure that the physician will be able to address common medical concerns.