Dr. Sajjad MurtazaMD

Sports Medicine

at Metropolitan Institute of Pain — Chicago, IL

About

Dr. Sajjad Murtaza is a double board-certified, fellowship-trained specialist in both sports medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation. His clinical focus spans interventional pain management and musculoskeletal care. Dr. Murtaza treats a wide range of patients, including professional athletes and active adults managing complex pain conditions. He brings deep expertise in rehabilitation-based approaches alongside procedural interventions.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Fellowship-trained in sports medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation

Certifications

Double board certified in sports medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation (fellowship-trained)

Conditions Treated

musculoskeletal pain
sports injuries
chronic pain
interventional pain conditions
complex pain conditions

Who is Dr. Murtaza right for?

Dr. Murtaza is a strong fit for athletes and active adults managing musculoskeletal pain or sports-related injuries. Patients with complex pain conditions benefit from his dual expertise in sports medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation. His rehabilitation-centered approach suits those who want both procedural and non-surgical treatment options. Professional athletes seeking specialized interventional care will find his background especially relevant.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Murtaza treats a wide range of musculoskeletal and pain conditions. His clinical focus includes interventional pain management, sports injuries, and complex chronic pain. He works with professional athletes as well as active adults managing pain from injury or overuse.

Yes. Dr. Murtaza holds double board certification in both sports medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation. He also completed fellowship training in both specialties.

Yes. Dr. Murtaza regularly treats professional athletes alongside recreational and active adult patients. His sports medicine background makes him well-suited for high-performance and sports-related injury care.

Dr. Murtaza combines rehabilitation-based strategies with procedural interventions. He takes a non-surgical approach, using precision-guided techniques to address the underlying source of pain. His dual training allows him to offer both physical medicine and interventional options within the same plan of care.

Dr. Murtaza completed fellowship training in both sports medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation. That dual training shapes his approach to musculoskeletal and interventional pain care.

Yes. Dr. Murtaza focuses exclusively on non-surgical approaches to pain management. He uses interventional procedures, rehabilitation strategies, and evidence-based techniques to treat pain without surgery.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026