The local experts at The Bone & Joint Center, a leading orthopedic practice in the region, have observed a significant uptick in injuries correlating with the surging popularity of pickleball. This trend mirrors recent findings from insurance carriers and analysts, indicating a parallel increase in pickleball-related injuries on a national scale. In response to the growing concern, the practice's experts have formulated comprehensive guidelines aimed at promoting safety and injury prevention among pickleball enthusiasts.
HAMISH A.
KERR, M.D.
Specialties
Sports Medicine
General Orthopaedics (Non-Surgical)
Locations
Albany
About
Dr. Hamish Kerr is a board-certified primary care sports medicine physician whose interests include musculoskeletal medicine and the prevention of injury, teaching, and sports medicine research. He is a native of Scotland and enjoys playing soccer, skiing, and spending time with his wife and three children.
Dr. Kerr is the team physician for Siena College, USA Rugby Sevens, the United States Olympic Committee, and the Scottish Football Association.
Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science in Physiology and Sports Science: University of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland
- Medical Degree: University of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland
- Masters in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise: University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland
- Internship: Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Glasgow, Scotland
- Internship: Southern General Hospital, Glasgow, Scotland
- Internship: Perth Royal Infirmary, Perth, Scotland
- Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Residency: Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY
- Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship: Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
- Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
- Board Certification: The American Board of Pediatrics
Professional Associations
- American College of Sports Medicine
- American Medical Association
- American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
- Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics
- Sports Medicine & Fitness Committee, American Academy of Pediatrics
Awards
- Golden Apple Award for Teaching, Albany Medical College, 2003
Hospital Affiliations
- Albany Medical Center
Team Affiliations
- Siena College
- USA Rugby
News
Patient Reviews
- “Dr. Kerr is excellent. He is very thorough and always listens to what is going on before making decisions. Great with making all proper decisions to get you back to 100%.”– Daniel T.Patient Rating:
- “I was so thankful to be a patient of Dr. Kerr. He is upfront, sincere, and he takes his time with his patients. Great doctor.”– Rebecca J.Patient Rating:
- “I was able to see Dr. Kerr the day I called. Was seen by Dr. Kerr five minutes after I arrived for my appointment. Dr. Kerr is amazing.”– Lorrie R.Patient Rating: