Sports medicine training in Turkey

Yaman H.

BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE, vol.36, no.4, pp.258-259, 2002 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Review
  • Volume: 36 Issue: 4
  • Publication Date: 2002
  • Doi Number: 10.1136/bjsm.36.4.258
  • Journal Name: BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.258-259
  • Süleyman Demirel University Affiliated: No

Abstract

Sports medicine training in Turkey is reviewed. The current level of training is outlined and a curriculum needs assessment made. The main problems in athletic health care are discussed and solutions suggested. Changes in education, financing, and policy are recommended.