Expert Medicine, Peak Performance

SHREC Sports Medicine Fellowship

Welcome to a community-based, university-backed fellowship through the Sam Houston Regional Education Consortium (SHREC), with support from Sam Houston State University (SHSU).

This program is dedicated to preparing outstanding sports medicine physicians through rotations with diverse specialists, broad athletic coverage, and mentorship that equips fellows to serve communities with compassion and excellence. Our mission reflects SHSU's motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service." 

Located just 70 miles north of Houston, Huntsville offers small-town living, a vibrant community, and access to big-city amenities. 

WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM?

• University-Sponsored Fellowship: Train within the Sam Houston Regional Education Consortium (SHREC), a university-supported program designed to expand physician workforce and advanced training opportunities in Texas.
• Comprehensive Sports Medicine Experience: Gain hands-on clinical exposure across both rural and suburban settings, managing a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries and sports-related conditions.
• Exclusive Athletic Partnership: Serve as an Assistant Team Physician for Sam Houston State University’s 16 NCAA Division I sports, with access to SHSU’s athletic training facilities and staff.
• Community and Event Coverage: Participate in athletic coverage opportunities such as the Chevron Houston Marathon, Aramco Houston Half Marathon, and We Are Houston 5K, with additional electives in rodeo medicine and regional sporting events as available.
• Small Cohort Mentorship: Work closely with experienced faculty physicians and athletic trainers in a supportive, personalized learning environment with only two fellows per year.
• Academic Integration: Engage in SHSU-COM didactics, Journal Club, ultrasound workshops, and case presentations to strengthen diagnostic and procedural skills.

HANDS-ON CURRICULUM & TRAINING

Fellows rotate between rural and suburban clinics to gain experience treating a wide variety of athletes and active patients while maintaining practice in their primary specialty from residency. A weekly half-day continuity clinic at the Huntsville Memorial Hospital Rural Health Clinic ensures ongoing exposure to family medicine practice and long-term patient care.

Weekly didactic sessions include lectures from teaching faculty, musculoskeletal ultrasound practice, and journal discussions focused on clinical application and current sports medicine research. Fellows also present musculoskeletal topics and clinical cases to the SHREC/HMH Family Medicine Residency, fostering collaboration across programs.

WHERE THIS Fellowship LEADS

Graduates of the SHREC Sports Medicine Fellowship are prepared for board certification in sports medicine and careers in academic medicine, primary care sports medicine, or leadership roles in athletic and community health programs. Fellows complete the program with the clinical confidence and procedural expertise to care for athletes and active individuals at every level of competition.

Life in Huntsville

Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville offers the ideal balance of small-town charm, outdoor recreation, and access to metropolitan amenities. The city is approximately 70 miles north of Houston and home to Sam Houston State University’s main campus, creating a vibrant academic and athletic environment.

Campus & Recreation: Fellows enjoy access to SHSU’s recreation center, which includes a rock-climbing wall, swimming pool, basketball courts, and fitness classes. The Lowman Student Center offers a bowling alley, game room, and several dining options.

Outdoor Lifestyle: The nearby Huntsville State Park and Sam Houston National Forest feature extensive hiking and biking trails, while Lake Raven, Lake Conroe, and Lake Livingston provide opportunities for fishing and boating.

Dining & Community: Huntsville features a variety of locally owned restaurants such as The Café Texan, Humphrey’s, and Carbonero, along with food trucks at Arnaud’s Food Truck Park. The area is family-friendly, with local parks, a splash pad, daycare centers, and community churches.