Move Better. Recover Stronger. Perform at Your Best.
At the NSU Sports Medicine Clinic, our goal is to help athletes and active individuals prevent injury, recover safely, and return to the activities they love. Our team provides comprehensive sports medicine care for NSU athletes, students, and community members throughout the tri-county area.
Make an Appointment
Call (954) 262-5591
NSU Health
Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus
Services Available at the Sports Medicine Clinic
Our clinic provides patient-centered care for musculoskeletal injuries and performance related concerns. Services may include:
- Sports injury evaluation and treatment
- Injury prevention
- Sport-related Concussion assessment and management
- Return-to-play guidance
- Musculoskeletal ultrasound evaluation
- Ultrasound-guided injections
- Osteopathic manipulative treatment
- Sports physicals / pre-participation exams
- Exercise, rehabilitation, and performance guidance
- Acupuncture
- Exercise and Performance Nutrition, Clinical Sports Nutrition
Advanced Concussion Care
Our concussion care model brings together physicians, neuropsychology, physical therapy, vestibular and vision rehabilitation, nutrition, and optometric resources to help patients safely recover and return to school and sport.
Intradisciplinary team includes:
Amar Sayani, O.D., M.S., FAAO
Assistant Professor/Director - Sports Vision and Concussion
Gesenia Sloan-Pena, Psy.D.
Assistant Professor
Psychology Assistant Director- Neuropsychology Assessment Clinic/Psychological Assessment
Center
Common Conditions We Treat
Our physicians evaluate and manage a wide variety of sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal conditions, including:
Acute Injuries
- Sprains and strains
- Muscle tears
- Dislocations and joint injuries
- Contusions and impact injuries
Overuse Conditions
- Tendinitis and tendinopathy
- Runner's knee
- IT band syndrome
- Shin splints
- Tennis elbow and golfer's elbow
- Plantar fasciitis
- Bone stress injuries
Joint and Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Shoulder pain and instability
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Hip pain
- Knee injuries and arthritis
- Meniscus injuries
- Ligament injuries
- Ankle instability
- Back and neck pain
- Wrist pain and injuries
Care Backed by Education, Research, and Athletic Coverage
As part of Nova Southeastern University's academic health system, our physicians actively participate in medical education, research, and community outreach. Patients benefit from evidence-based care informed by the latest advances in sports medicine, rehabilitation, concussion science, and performance optimization.
Sports Medicine Clinic Information
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment to complete check-in.
Copayments and deductibles may be collected at the time of service. Patients should confirm coverage with their insurance carrier before scheduling.
Physicians and Clinical Leadership
Lailah Issac, D.O., FAAPMR, CAQSM
Sports Medicine Department Chair/Program Director
Associate Professor, Sports Medicine
Leah Goedecke, D.O., AOBNMM, CAQSM
Assistant Professor, Sports Medicine
Sofia A. Funes, D.O., M.P.H., ABPM, AOBNMM
Assistant Professor, Osteopathic Principles & Practice
Jennifer P. Maldonado, D.O.
Assistant Professor, Sports Medicine
Gesenia Sloan-Pena, Psy.D.
Assistant Professor, Psychology
Assistant Director- Neuropsychology Assessment Clinic/Psychological Assessment Center
Noel Gressner, PT, DPT, MEd, LAT, ATC, OCS, MTC, CSCS
Physical Therapist
Jacqueline Junco M.D. M.P.H, A.P., IMD
Chair, Integrative Medicine
Assistant Professor
Marilyn Gordon, Ed.D., RDN, CSSD, LDN
Assistant Professor, Department of Nutrition
Patient Forms
After making an appointment, make sure your forms are up-to-date. If you're new to NSU Health, please fill out the New Patient Packet.