Dr Sachin Khullar

Field of Medicine: Sport and Exercise Medicine Physician

Dr Sachin Khullar is a highly qualified and experienced Sport and Exercise Medicine Physician, known for his evidence-based approach to treating activity-related musculoskeletal problems. With a background in both clinic-based practice and elite sporting teams, Dr Khullar emphasises patient education and participation in their care. He adopts a holistic treatment philosophy, believing in the power of the mind to assist in healing chronic musculoskeletal conditions.

Languages Spoken:

English
Gujarati
Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu

Accreditations:

Fellow of the Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Medicine (FACSEM)
Diplomat in Sports Medicine, International Olympic Committee (Dip Sports Med)
National Classifier, Para Archery Australia

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Master of Surgery (Orthopaedics)
Diplomate of National Board (DNB) Orthopaedics
Fellow of the Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Medicine (FACSEM)

Expertise and Special Interests

Dr Khullar specialises in:

Sport and Exercise medicine
Orthopaedic medicine
Musculoskeletal medicine
Concussion management
Joint and muscle injuries
Acute and chronic joint, soft tissue, and tendon problems
Injection therapies (Cortisone, Platelet-Rich Plasma, Synvisc, Durolane, Prolotherapy)

Dr Khullar is passionate about managing musculoskeletal injuries in various age groups, particularly children, adolescents, and mature-aged individuals. His approach focuses on early recovery and a return to a healthy personal, sporting, and work life.

Professional Involvement and Achievements

Dr Khullarâ€™s professional career highlights include:

Team leader and field of play doctor for Track Cycling, Rio Olympics 2016
Medical team member for Richmond Football Club during their premiership year in 2017
Providing care for elite athletes in sports such as gymnastics, boxing, water polo, rugby, and cycling
Ongoing involvement with AFL and Vic Metro football teams

Dr Khullar has a strong research background, with numerous publications in international journals, and he continues to be actively involved in advancing the field of sports medicine.