Dr Carl Shearer

New West Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Centre in New Westminster, BC offers a range of services to cater to orthopaedic and sports-related medical needs. Their team provides physiotherapy, sports therapy, manual physiotherapy, and specialized care for pre and post-surgical patients. Patients can benefit from treatments such as electrotherapy, intramuscular stimulation, acupuncture, taping, and personalized exercise prescriptions. The center focuses on not only treating injuries but also on educating individuals on injury prevention and recovery techniques. With a dedicated staff including sports medicine specialist Dr. Carl Shearer and orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Robert McCormack, New West Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Centre is equipped to address a variety of orthopaedic and sports medicine concerns, helping patients on their journey to improved physical health and well-being. Generated from the website content

Dr. Robert McCormack, a Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics at the University of British Columbia, specializes in knee and shoulder injuries. His clinical practice includes a focus on articular cartilage regeneration and ligament reconstruction. Dr. McCormack actively participates in sports medicine, providing care to athletes at various levels, from university to professional and national teams. With extensive experience in sports medicine, Dr. McCormack serves as the head physician for the BC Lions (CFL) and the Vancouver Whitecaps FC (MLS). He also works with the NHL/NHLPA and has been the head physician for the Canadian Olympic team since 2004. Dr. McCormack's research initiatives include directing the Simon Fraser Orthopaedic Research Foundation, specializing in prospective randomized trials in Orthopaedics. As a prominent figure in the field, Dr. McCormack has contributed significantly to Canadian research by co-founding the COTS and JOINTS groups. His involvement extends to international multi-sport events, including ten Olympic Games, where he served as the Chief Medical Officer at the 2018 Olympic Winter Games in Korea. Dr. McCormack's commitment to advancing orthopaedic care is evident through his research and dedication to athlete well-being. Generated from the website content

Dr. Robert McCormack is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon based in New Westminster, BC, with a clinical focus on knee and shoulder injuries. He is a professor at the University of British Columbia and has extensive experience in sports medicine, serving athletes at various levels, including varsity, national, and professional teams. As the head physician for the BC Lions and the Vancouver Whitecaps FC, Dr. McCormack has been involved in numerous international sporting events, including ten Olympic Games. He also leads the Simon Fraser Orthopaedic Research Foundation, emphasizing innovative research in orthopaedics and has contributed significantly to the field through his roles in various medical commissions and committees. Generated from the website