Sport and Exercise Medicine Physician
Dr. Sam Harkin is a Sport and Exercise Medicine Physician with the Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians (ACSEP) who is passionate about helping his patients maintain an active lifestyle and pursue their sporting dreams.
About Dr. Sam Harkin
Originally from Bendigo, Sam’s early career saw him qualify in Podiatry with honors and work as a podiatrist between 2009 and 2015. Sam graduated from the ANU in Medicine and Surgery in 2015.
He completed his residency at hospitals across Melbourne and country Victoria. Outside of work is a self-described mediocre sportsman, enjoying cricket, football of all codes, and cycling.
Sam is currently team doctor for the Collingwood Football Club AFL and AFLW. He has a Diploma in Sports Medicine from the International Olympic Committee, and current research interests include the clinical assessment of cardiorespiratory fitness and physical function.
Sam is actively involved in clinical trials related to knee osteoarthritis and is currently investigating the effect of Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium on knee osteoarthritis pain.
No referral is required to make an appointment with Sam, but please bring any previous scans and correspondence of note to your consultation.
Contact Dr. Sam Harkin
Sam is available by appointment.
