Hsa 505

An orthopedic group practice has decided to develop a pediatric sports medicine program. Describe at least three potential markets for this new service.

Response: One potential market to develop a pediatric sports medicine program would be in a community that has a large concentration of inner city middle and high schools with several athletic programs. Often times when children have sports related injuries their parents or guardians resort to emergency rooms, urgent care facilities, or their regular pediatrician. These visits sometimes lead to a referral to an orthopedic specialist. Some times these groups are not easily accessible for families, especially those in the inner city. For instance, Campbell Clinic in Memphis, TN is a major orthopedic group. However, it is located in a...