Sports Medicine Fellowship - Huntsville

Sports Medicine Fellowship

Director's Welcome

Thank you for your interest in the Sam Houston Regional Education Consortium Fellowship (ACGME Program Code: 1274812003; NRMP Program Code: TBD). This program has been granted ACGME Initial Accreditation as of May 29, 2025.

In short, this program aims to train physicians to become outstanding sports medicine physicians, no matter what setting they may practice in the future. Fellows will rotate through multiple different practices with different specialists, showcasing the wide variety of the application of Sports Medicine for athletes of all ages and levels. SHREC Sports Medicine Fellowship also seeks to equip our fellows with the skills needed to treat diverse patient populations as they become independent practicing physicians and leaders in their communities. This goal aligns with the mission of Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and the motto of SHSU, “The measure of a Life is its service.”

Huntsville Memorial Hospital is a Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ)-accredited, not-for-profit 98-bed acute care community hospital delivering high-quality medical care to the residents of Walker County and its surrounding communities since 1927. The HMH Rural Health Clinic, HMH Family Medicine Residency Clinic, HMH Orthopedic Clinic, HMH Center for Rehabilitation, and Sports Medicine all share a suite of offices, allowing patients to have access to multiple disciplines under one roof. It also has an in-house laboratory, x-ray, and ultrasound for diagnosis and guidance during procedures.

Fellows will also serve as assistant team physicians for Sam Houston's 16 NCAA Division I sports, local high schools, and other athletic competitions.

If you would like more information about this fellowship, please email alb144@shsu.edu. 

Again, I sincerely thank you for your interest in our program. 

Quick Facts

• Program Name: Sam Houston Regional Education Consortium Program Sports Medicine (Family Medicine)
• ACGME Accreditation: Initial Accreditation
• ACGME Program Number: 1274812003
• NRMP Program Number: TBD
• Program Length: 1 year
• Fellows Accepted Per Year: 2
• Application Process: ERAS + NRMP Match
• Contact: Alyssa Babbs, alb144@shsu.edu

Resources and Policies

• Benefits Information (SHSU Human Resources Site)
• Sample Fellow Contract (PDF)
• Huntsville Sports Medicine Block Schedule (PDF)
• Well-Being, Fatigue Mitigation, and Behavioral Health Policy (PDF)
• Supervision Policy (PDF)
• Clinical and Educational Work Hours Policy (PDF)
• Fellow Salary and Benefits Policy (PDF)

Training Experience

Competitive Salary

$75,000

Unopposed Program

We are the only fellowship program in Walker County, with a rapidly growing population of 80,000.

Rotation Sites

Fellows rotate between rural and suburban clinics to experience the full spectrum of how Sports Medicine patients are treated in different settings and continue to maintain practice in their chosen specialty from residency with a weekly half-day continuity clinic in the HMH Rural Health Clinic.

Athletic & Community Involvement

Fellows will have access to SHSU’s athletic training facilities and are able to serve in the role of Assistant Team Physician for Sam Houston State University’s 16 NCAA Division I varsity sports. Additional opportunities may include rodeo medicine, and regional sporting events, depending on availability and fellow interest. There will be elective opportunities, including coverage of the Chevron Houston Marathon, Aramco Houston Half Marathon and the We Are Houston 5K. The fellowship experience is customizable, with new partnerships and coverage opportunities continuing to develop.

Didactics

Didactics are held weekly and fellows attend lectures from teaching faculty, practice musculoskeletal ultrasound, discuss medical journals and their applicability to the clinical setting, and explore topics significant to the practice of Sports Medicine. There will be opportunities for fellows to present cases and musculoskeletal topics to the SHREC/HMH Family Medicine Residency as well.

Fellow Life - Community Living

Location

Huntsville, Texas is in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, approximately 70 miles north of Houston, and 170 miles south of Dallas. Huntsville offers a blend of small-town charm and outdoor recreation. Fellows are based near SHSU’s main campus and Huntsville Memorial Hospital, with access to hiking trails, local dining, and family-friendly amenities.

SHSU Main Campus

Enjoy access to the SHSU Huntsville Campus with a recreation center that includes a rock-climbing wall, swimming pool, basketball courts and fitness classes. Hang out at the Lowman Student Center (LSC) where there’s a bowling alley and game room, plus several dining options.

Local Dining Options

There’s a vibrant food scene in Huntsville. Visit locally owned food trucks at Arnaud’s Food Truck Park or try All-American cuisine at Humphrey’s with an upbeat vibe. Eat lunch at The Café Texan for a taste of history on the square. Bustlin’ Mexican and Salvadorian fare at Carbonero are great options, along with many popular chain restaurants for the whole family.

Parks

The Huntsville State Park is located within the Sam Houston National Forest with many hiking and biking trails. Visit the Sam Houston statue, take a walk at the duck park, or fish in Lake Raven, Lake Conroe, or Lake Livingston.

Family Friendly

Huntsville is family friendly with many parks, a local splash pad, and many daycare centers. There are also a variety of churches with various denominations.