Sports medical assessment in Gentbrugge

Dr. Rick Verjans offers sports medical assessments at Maria Middelares Gentbrugge (Gezond.Gent), Kliniekstraat 27, 9050 Gentbrugge.

Would an assessment be useful for me?

This depends on your health, sport and training intensity. Recreational athletes may also benefit. A club or federation may require a fitness-to-participate certificate.

Preparation through Sportkeuring.be

Complete the Sportkeuring.be questionnaire beforehand. It takes around five to ten minutes and advises whether an examination is needed. Bring the report or reference code. The initiative is supported by the Association of Sports and Screening Physicians (SKA).

What does it involve?

The doctor discusses your health, family history and sporting activities and performs an examination. An ECG or further tests are tailored to your situation and federation requirements. You receive personal sports advice; a certificate depends on the findings and your sport’s requirements.

Is an exercise test included?

An exercise test is not automatically the same as a sports medical assessment. Explain the reason for booking. See also exercise testing with VO2max and heart-rate zones.

Discuss chest pain, fainting or unexplained palpitations before intensive exercise. A normal assessment cannot exclude every risk.

More information: Sportkeuring.be questions and SKA.

This website is available in English and French. Please ask about the available consultation language when booking; a website translation does not confirm that consultations are offered in that language.