Erin Hammer

Overview

Erin Hammer, MD, is a sports medicine doctor at UW Health and is an assistant professor in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She cares for children, teens and adults who have joint, muscle, and tendon problems or have medical issues that keep them from being active. Dr. Hammer has a special interest in women’s sports medicine, concussions and medical problems in endurance athletes.Her patient care philosophy is that every patient is an athlete, and exercise is medicine. She enjoys helping patients get back to the things they like to do, whether it’s a competitive sport or playing with their grandchildren.Dr. Hammer is a team doctor for the University of Wisconsin Badgers football and wrestling teams. She also travels with the U.S. ski team each winter for races and the World Cup. In her research, she studies ways to prevent sports injuries, including concussions, and evaluates athletes at risk.In her personal time, Dr. Hammer enjoys cross-country skiing, road biking, and running.My hope for each one of my patients is that they can return to the activities they love. That's why they're coming to see me. And so if I can help them achieve their goals, that's my goal, too.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Concussion, Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

Dr. Hammer is board certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

University Of Washington School Of Medicine

Residency

UW Family Medicine Residency Program

Specialties

Sports Medicine
Orthopedics
Pediatric Sports Medicine

Licenses

Sports Medicine in WI

Board Certifications

Family Medicine
Sports Medicine

Fellowships

Primary Care Sports Medicine, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Madison, WI

Hospital Affiliations

Department Of Family Medicine And Community Health
Department Of Medicine

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

Science Dr Medical Center Sports Medicine Clinic
621 Science Dr, Madison, WI 53711

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Erin Hammer

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Is Dr. Erin Hammer a top-rated expert for Concussion?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Erin Hammer is classified as an Experienced expert for Concussion, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Erin Hammer specialize in?

While Dr. Erin Hammer is a Sports Medicine, they have specific expertise in Concussion, Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sports Medicine.

Does Dr. Erin Hammer participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Erin Hammer has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Concussion. You can view a list of Dr. Erin Hammer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Erin Hammer accept my insurance?

Dr. Erin Hammer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-8850 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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