Dr. Gautam Khakhar specializes in physiatry or rehabilitation medicine. Dr. Gautam Khakhar, a physiatrist or physical rehabilitation physician is specifically trained to treat an illness or injury that deals with the musculoskeletal system, which includes the nerves, muscles, or bones. They can diagnose and treat pain and assist a patient in restoring function that was lost through injury, illness or a disabling condition. Dr. Gautam Khakhar specializes in sports medicine. A sports medicine doctor is trained and specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal sports conditions. Sports medicine physicians work with coaches, trainers, therapists, athletes and non-athletes to ensure safety during exercise or sports. Common conditions treated by, Dr. Gautam Khakhar, sports medicine physician,  include sprains, fractures, over-use injuries such as tendonitis, and muscle strains. Many sports medicine physicians offer advice on diet, exercise, and injury prevention as well.