Dr. Melissa Novak is accepting new sports medicine patients. 

Dr. Melissa Novak is a primary care sports medicine physician passionate about helping athletes and active individuals recover from injuries, optimize performance, and maintain lifelong activity. At her OHSU clinic, she provides comprehensive care for musculoskeletal injuries and offers advanced treatments, including the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound. She also specializes in the care of sports concussions, utilizing the latest evidence-based approaches for safe return to athletics.

Dr. Novak has a special interest in adolescent and young adult female athletes, focusing on unique issues such as the Female Athlete Triad and Relative Energy Deficiency Syndrome (REDS). She also has expertise in the care of dancers and works closely with the Oregon Ballet, providing tailored medical support for this population.

In her role as Head Team Primary Care Physician for Portland State Athletics, Dr. Novak oversees the medical needs of collegiate athletes both on the field and in the training room. She also helps weekend warriors and aging athletes navigate the challenges of staying active, addressing concerns like tendon wear, meniscal injuries, and joint pain while supporting their fitness goals.

Dr. Novak holds leadership positions as Associate Sports Medicine Fellowship Director at OHSU and as a member of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) Board of Directors. As a Doctor of Osteopathy, she integrates hands-on techniques to treat musculoskeletal conditions, helping patients prevent injury, recover effectively, and remain active throughout their lives.