The Sports Nutrition department offers patients a range of services including:
- One-on-one consultations with experienced dietitians
- Tailor diets and plans based on evidence-based practice and unique nutrient needs
- Patient education on methods to properly fuel athletic competition and lifestyle
- Nutritional recovery strategies
The Sports Nutrition team at Aspetar has extensive experience of providing a wide range services to both senior team sports and individual registered athletes throughout Qatar.
Dexa scanner for assessing body composition and bone health, Bioelectric Impedance Analysis for assessments of body composition, and comprehensive blood tests are part of the regular assessment for patients and athletes attending Aspetar’s clinics.
The Sports Nutrition department takes the lead in sharing best practice and knowledge on all aspects of sports nutrition across Aspire Zone by delivering regular workshops for players, coaches, staff and other sports professionals, including a fully functioning series of nutritional workshops for chefs working in sport and NSMP sports physicians.
In the treatment of injuries, Aspetar believes that prevention and preparation are essential; something which is reflected in our screening programme, education of athletes, and research. By integrating cutting-edge research with daily clinical practice, both in the hospital and on the playing field, and providing outstanding care to athletes at all levels as part of our on-going mission to ‘assist athletes to achieve their maximum performance and full potential,’ Aspetar offers a complete solution in the field of sports medicine.