Jeremy Close, MD
Associate Professor
Co-Director - Athlete Health Organization
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Jeremy Close, MD
Associate Professor
Co-Director - Athlete Health Organization
Education
Medical College
MD, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Residency
Family Medicine, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Fellowship
Sports Medicine, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Publications
- Asthma Prevalence among Athletes in an Urban Adolescent Population
- Risk factors for stress fractures in female runners: Results of a survey
- Physiological Factors of Female Runners With and Without Stress Fracture Histories: A Pilot Study
- Perceptions of risk for stress fractures: A qualitative study of female runners with and without stress fracture histories
- High Prevalence of Obesity and High Blood Pressure in Urban Student-Athletes
Board Certification
Family Practice
Sports Medicine
Hospital Appointment
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Biography
Dr. Close earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College, now known as Sidney Kimmel Medical College, in Philadelphia, PA, where he also completed his residency in Family Medicine and his fellowship training in Sports Medicine. He is motivated to build relationships with his patients and to treat and educate them in all aspects of maintaining health and wellness.
Dr. Close has an additional background in sports medicine, helping individuals recover from injury and stay active throughout their lives. He was the director of the Sports Medicine Fellowship and established Jefferson’s first Division of Sports & Exercise Medicine. Dr. Close co-directs and volunteers his time for the Athlete Health Organization, providing free and comprehensive sports physicals to student athletes in underserved communities. Throughout his career, he has practiced both primary care and sports medicine, which have complemented each other as he provides care to all ages.
PERSONAL INTERESTS
Dr. Close was born and raised in Colorado. He enjoys many outdoor sports and activities as well as spending his free time with his wife and two children.