Top 3 Sports Medicine Specialists in Amman 2026

When do you need this specialty or procedure?

Sports medicine deals with injuries and conditions that come from exercise, training and sport, and with helping people return safely to activity. The three profiles on this page are orthopedic surgeons who list sports medicine and sports injuries among their focus areas. Much of their work is on the shoulder, knee and other joints.

Consider booking a visit if you have:

• Pain in a shoulder, knee, hip, elbow, wrist, ankle or foot that lasts for weeks or keeps coming back
• A joint that feels unstable, locks, catches or gives way
• Swelling or stiffness after a sports injury that has not settled with rest
• Reduced movement or strength that affects work, sleep or training
• Questions about recovery and rehabilitation after an injury or surgery

A visit can help you understand what is happening, what the options are, and how to plan your next steps. It does not replace a proper examination, and none of this information is a diagnosis.

Urgent warning signs

Call 911 or go straight to the nearest emergency department if you have:

• Severe pain after an injury, with a limb that looks deformed or a joint that is clearly out of place
• Inability to put weight on a leg or to use an arm after a fall or blow
• A limb that becomes pale, cold, blue or numb
• Rapidly worsening swelling or pain
• A head injury with confusion, repeated vomiting or drowsiness
• Chest pain, breathlessness or fainting during exercise

A joint that is hot, red and swollen, especially with fever, also needs prompt medical assessment the same day.

How to choose among the doctors here

When comparing Sports Medicine Specialists in Amman, start with the body part and the procedure you are asking about. Check these points on each profile:

• Focus area. Dr. Wael Al Haddad lists shoulder and upper limb work, knee arthroscopy and anterior cruciate ligament care. Dr. Asaad Ahmad lists shoulder, knee, hip, elbow, hand, wrist, foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Bassam Nadim Al Nahawi lists shoulder and knee services, including replacement and arthroscopy.
• Services list. Confirm that the exact procedure you are considering is named in the services section.
• Training. Each profile publishes different education and memberships. Read them yourself and decide what matters to you. A longer list is not automatically a better fit.
• Rehabilitation. Ask who plans and supervises recovery. Dr. Wael Al Haddad lists postoperative rehabilitation follow-up, and both Dr. Asaad Ahmad and Dr. Bassam Nadim Al Nahawi describe rehabilitation as part of their care.
• Location and hours. The clinics are in Shmeisani, Tla' Al-Ali and Fifth Circle. Hours differ: Dr. Wael Al Haddad sees patients from Saturday to Wednesday with a shorter Thursday, Dr. Asaad Ahmad sees patients on four days, and Dr. Bassam Nadim Al Nahawi sees patients from Saturday to Thursday.
• Practical fit. Think about the distance from your home or work, how soon you can get an appointment, and whether you may need follow-up visits.

The completeness score on this page does not measure treatment quality or outcomes. It only shows how much checkable information each profile publishes. Use it to see what information is available, not to judge who is most skilled.

What to expect at the first visit

A first visit usually starts with a history and an examination. The doctor will ask when the problem began, what caused it, what makes it better or worse, and what treatment you have already tried.

Before you go, prepare the following:

• A short written timeline of your symptoms, including the date of any injury
• A list of the sports or activities you do and how often
• A list of current medicines and any allergies
• Any previous scans, X-rays, reports or surgical records
• Your identification and health insurance card, if you have one

During the visit, the doctor may check movement, strength, stability and pain in the joint, and may discuss whether imaging is needed. Good questions to ask include:

• What do you think is the most likely cause of my symptoms?
• Which options are conservative, and which might involve surgery?
• What does recovery usually involve, and how long might it take?
• Which warning signs mean I should come back sooner?
• Will I need physiotherapy or rehabilitation, and who will supervise it?

You are entitled to ask for the plan in writing, and to take time before deciding.

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

Insurance and fees vary by clinic and can change, so confirm them directly before you travel. Do not rely on this page alone.

• Insurers. The profile of Dr. Wael Al Haddad lists twelve insurers, and the profile of Dr. Asaad Ahmad names Arab Orient Insurance. Ask each clinic which plans it accepts for your specific policy.
• Consultation fees. The published consultation fee is 30 JOD for Dr. Wael Al Haddad and 34 JOD for Dr. Bassam Nadim Al Nahawi. Ask about the fee for Dr. Asaad Ahmad when you book.
• What the fee covers. Ask whether the consultation fee includes the examination only, and whether imaging, procedures or follow-up visits are charged separately.
• Follow-up. Ask how follow-up visits are arranged and whether they are included in the same fee.
• Booking. Ask how to book, how far ahead appointments are usually available, and how to change or cancel an appointment.

Keep a written note of the names of the staff you speak to and the answers you receive.

Getting there

Use the location shown on each profile and check the map on the profile page before you travel.

• Dr. Wael Al Haddad Orthopaedic Clinic is in Shmeisani, Amman.
• Dr. Asaad Ahmad Joint Surgery and Sports Medicine Center is in Tla' Al-Ali, Amman.
• Dr. Bassam Nadim Al Nahawi Clinic is listed at Fifth Circle, Amman. His biography also mentions Ayoub Medical Complex near the Fifth Circle, so confirm the exact building when you book.

Allow extra time for traffic in the city, particularly during the morning and late afternoon. If you are recovering from an injury, ask whether a companion can accompany you, and plan your transport in advance.

Checklist before you book

• Confirm the body part and the specific procedure you want to discuss.
• Check that the doctor's services list includes it.
• Read the education and training section on the profile.
• Confirm the clinic address and the appointment day and time.
• Ask which insurers are accepted for your policy.
• Ask about the consultation fee and any extra charges for imaging or procedures.
• Ask how follow-up and rehabilitation are arranged.
• Prepare your symptom timeline, medication list and previous reports.
• Save the emergency number 911 and know when to use it.