Canadian Academy of Sport Medical
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The Canadian Academy of Sport Medicine in Ottawa was established in response to medical issues encountered during the 1968 Summer Olympics, officially incorporating on June 8, 1970. Initially focused on providing medical care to elite athletes at international events, it has since evolved into a premier resource for expertise in sports medicine. The organization is governed by an annually elected Board of Directors and operates out of its Ottawa office.
With its mission to be a leading authority in advancing the field of sports medicine and exercise, the Academy aims to foster a strong, unified voice for the discipline. Sport and Exercise Medicine physicians associated with CASEM receive specialized training to cater to active patients, emphasizing wellness, fitness, and the prevention, diagnosis, and management of sports-related injuries and illnesses.
One of the notable offerings of the Canadian Academy of Sport Medicine is the prestigious CASEM Diploma in Sport and Exercise Medicine. This certification examination, introduced in 1989, sets high standards for physicians in the field. Possession of the Dip. Sport Med. opens doors for physicians to serve as team physicians at national and international sporting events, as well as with various National Sport Organizations, showcasing their expertise and commitment to excellence in sports medicine.
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