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Ricardo E. Colberg, MD
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, Elbow, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Concussions, Bone Marrow Aspiration
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Ricardo E. Colberg, MD
  • biography
  • articles
  • patient stories
Non-Surgical Sports Medicine
, Elbow, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Concussions, Bone Marrow Aspiration
Non-Surgical Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Physician
watch video
(205) 939-3699
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BIOGRAPHY

Ricardo E. Colberg, MD is a non-surgical sports medicine and orthopaedic physician at Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer.
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Dr. Colberg has a strong commitment to providing evidenced-based medical care through a patient-centered and holistic approach. When defining the best treatment plan for each patient, he takes into consideration all the components related to the injury, including factors such as the underlying biomechanics of the injury, the patient's needs and expectations, as well as the short and long-term implications that the injury will have on the patient. He works closely with physical therapists and other health-related disciplines in order to assist patients in their recovery process from injuries and help them reach their ultimate goal of returning to their everyday activities and sports at their optimal potential. 

Dr. Colberg has a special interest in treating acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries, including bone, joint, ligament, muscle and tendon injuries. He performs various treatment modalities in the clinic that assist the patient in their recovery from the injury, among them diagnostic musculoskeletal sonography, ultrasound-guided injections and percutaneous trigger finger release.

His areas of expertise also include non-surgical management of fractures and dislocations, peripheral nerve injuries (e.g. carpal tunnel syndrome), sport-related spine injuries, pediatric sports injuries, biomechanical evaluation of the injured athlete, implementing sports injury prevention protocols, management of osteoarthritis and screening for potential cases that may have a better outcome by undergoing a surgical procedure. 

Dr. Colberg is head team physician for the Helena High School Huskies and the Alabama Soccer Association's Olympic Development Program (ODP). He has also served as team physician for Jacksonville State University Gamecocks, the U.S.A. Paralympic Team at the Lakeshore Foundation, Birmingham Barons, Alabama Ballet, University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa, and University of West Alabama. 

Dr. Colberg is an avid tennis player who competes with a local USTA team in Birmingham. He has earned the certification of Elite Professional from the United States Professional Tennis Association and has helped develop injury prevention protocols for tennis athletes through the American Sports Medicine Institute (AMSI). He also has extensive clinical research experience, including co-leading a national multi-center study on platelet-rich plasma injection. He has published articles in multiple journals and authored chapters in academic textbooks. 

Dr. Colberg enjoys spending time with his wife and family and teaching their children to play tennis and other sports. Their favorite pastime is visiting their native island of Puerto Rico, where he likes to go surfing, sailing and scuba diving. In addition, he enjoys mountain biking and is a member of the International Bicycling Association (IMBA, BUMP). He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

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Commonly Performed Procedures:

  • Musculoskeletal injections (e.g. joints, bursas, tendons, etc.)
  • Peripheral nerve injections
  • Trigger-point injections of muscle spasms
  • Bone marrow concentrate therapy
  • Ultrasound-guided injections
  • Ultrasound-guided, percutaneous trigger finger release (no incision required)
  • Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound
  • Non-operative orthopedic procedures (i.e. closed fracture reductions, casting of fractured extremities)
  • Compartment testing
  • Pre-participation physical examinations
  • Evaluation for orthotic devices, including splints, braces and shoe inserts.

 

 

Education, Training & Awards ...

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MEDICAL TRAINING

Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship:
American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI) - (Birmingham, AL) - 2013

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency: 
Emory University (Atlanta, GA) - 2012

CERTIFICATION

  • American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
    Specialty: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
    Sub-specialty: Sports Medicine
     
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
    Sub-specialty: Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer

EDUCATION

Undergraduate: 
University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, PA)
Bachelor of Arts - Major in Cultural Anthropology

Medical Degree:
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine (San Juan, Puerto Rico)
Doctor of Medicine - Magna cum Laude and 2008 Award for Outstanding Leadership

HONORS & AWARDS

  • Resident of the Year Award 2011 and 2012
  • Academic Chief Resident

Team Affiliations

  • Helena High School Huskies

    Helena High School
    Helena High School
  • Alabama Soccer Association

    Alabama Soccer Association
  • Indian Springs School

    Indian Springs School
  • Holy Family

    Holy Catholic
    Holy Family School
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  • Montevallo High School

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    Montevallo High School
  • Munford High School

    Munford
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  • Lakeshore Foundation

    Lakeshore Foundation

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3143 Pelham Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124

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805 St. Vincents Drive
Suite 100
Birmingham, AL 35205

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Physician Articles

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Media Coverage

ABC 33/40 - Dr. Ricardo Colberg Discusses Common Shoulder & Elbow Injuries

Oct 12, 2021

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Blog Article

Amy Christensen - PA Spotlight

Jan 29, 2021

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Media Coverage

Dr. Ricardo Colberg discusses the common symptoms & causes of Trigger Finger on 3 Man Front (JOX 94.5)

Aug 1, 2020

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Treating Ankle Sprains

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Patient Stories

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Joe Smith

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John Scruggs

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