Expert sports and musculoskeletal care, built around you
The Sports Doc helps athletes, active adults and people recovering from injury move well, recover confidently and return to the activities they value — across our Surrey and London clinics.
About The Sports Doc
The Sports Doc is a private clinic focused on sports injury, musculoskeletal and orthopaedic-related problems, and rehabilitation. We support people of all activity levels — from those returning to exercise and weekend enthusiasts, to dedicated amateurs and competitive athletes.
Our approach is simple: understand the whole person, reach a clear diagnosis, explain it in plain English, and agree a practical, evidence-informed plan. We believe good care is collaborative, and we make time to answer your questions.
- Thorough assessment of the whole picture, not just the symptom
- Clear explanations and shared decision-making
- Personalised rehabilitation and return-to-sport planning
Our mission
To help active people recover from injury and return to what they love — safely, confidently and with a plan they understand.
Our approach
Evidence-informed, individualised and collaborative. We combine careful assessment with clear communication and structured rehabilitation.
Our values
Honesty, safety and respect. We never over-promise, and we recommend professional assessment whenever it matters.
Patient-centred care from first contact to full recovery
No two injuries — and no two people — are the same. We take time to understand your symptoms, your sport, your training load and your goals, so the plan we agree genuinely fits your life.
Throughout your care we aim to keep you informed and involved, set realistic expectations, and provide criteria-led milestones so you know when it’s sensible to progress.
See how we can helpCare designed for active bodies
Active people have particular needs: getting back to training matters, and so does reducing the risk of re-injury. Our care is built around movement, load management and performance — not just symptom relief.
Runners
From shin pain and Achilles issues to knee and hip overload.
Gym & strength
Shoulder, back and lifting-related injuries, plus technique-related overload.
Team sports
Acute trauma, sprains, strains and contact injuries.
Racquet & golf
Elbow, wrist and shoulder overuse problems.
Surrey and London clinics
Our clinics are based in Surrey and London, UK, making it convenient to access expert assessment and follow-up care wherever suits you best.
London clinics
- The Lister Hospital, Chelsea
- 9 Harley Street
- New Victoria Hospital
- Weymouth Street Hospital
Surrey clinics
- Nuffield Health Woking Hospital
- Circle The Runnymede Hospital
Clinics across both regions
Lead clinician & surgeon
Professor Mohamed A. Imam
MD, MSc (Orth) (Hons), DSportMed, ELP (Oxon), PhD, FRCS (Tr & Orth)
Consultant Trauma, Sports & Orthopaedic Surgeon
Professor Imam is a fellowship-trained trauma, sports and orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest in the shoulder, elbow, hand and wrist, alongside sports and regenerative medicine. His clinical practice includes arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery, joint replacement, minimally invasive fracture fixation and the management of sports injuries and arthritis.
He is a Consultant at the Rowley Bristow Orthopaedic Centre in Chertsey, Surrey, and Professor at the University of East London, where he leads research on artificial and machine intelligence applications in surgery. He has authored more than 150 publications, holds numerous international fellowships and awards, and is committed to evidence-informed, patient-centred care.
Read full profile →Qualifications & specialty
- MD, PhD (Musculoskeletal Sciences), MSc (Orth) with distinction
- FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics), Royal College of Surgeons of England
- Executive Leadership Programme, University of Oxford
- GMC Specialist Register — Trauma & Orthopaedics (GMC No. 7043919)
- Sub-specialty: shoulder, elbow, hand & wrist; sports & regenerative medicine
Professional memberships
- Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons of England
- British Orthopaedic Association & British Elbow and Shoulder Society
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (International Scholar)
- European Society for Surgery of the Shoulder & Elbow (ESSSE)
- SICOT, AO Trauma (Gold) & Royal Society of Medicine
Care you can rely on
Honest advice
We never guarantee outcomes. We explain the likely benefits, risks and alternatives so you can make an informed choice.
Your data protected
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Know when to escalate
We help you recognise red-flag symptoms and will direct you to urgent care or A&E when appropriate.
The information on this website is educational and does not replace personalised medical advice. Please see our Medical Disclaimer.
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