About
A Few Words
About Dr Rob Collins
Dr Rob Collins qualified as a medical practitioner at the University of Witwatersrand in 1993 and after 10 years as a GP, he studied Sports Medicine at the University of Pretoria. He completed his MSc(Sports Medicine) in 2006, receiving the prizes for the best student and best research student in his class. He has been a lecturer in Sports Medicine at Pretoria and Wits for some time, as well as an external examiner at Pretoria, Wits, Cape Town and Free State Universities.
Rob has been the Lions Super Rugby (now URC & EPCR) and Currie Cup senior team physician since 2010 and is currently Chief Medical Officer at the Lions Rugby Company. He has worked for SA Rugby as the team physician for the SA’A’ rugby team and is actively involved with SA Rugby medical. He was elected as an Exco member of the South African Sports Medicine Association (SASMA) from 2010 to 2014, and was a disciplinary tribunal member of the South African Institute for Drug Free Sport (SAIDS) from 2011 to 2018. Rob was appointed as part of the inaugural MMA SA medical committee in 2020, but has since resigned from this post.
Rob treats many professional and amateur athletes of all levels, participating in a large variety of sports – from MMA and martial arts to dancing and gymnastics. Rob has treated many Olympic athletes (gymnasts, artistic swimming, track), world cup winning rugby players, world champion tri-athletes, cyclists, boxers, Jiu Jitsu fighters to name but a few.
Rob is the ideal professional for you to see with any musculo-skeletal and other sports-related issues to get a diagnosis and a plan to get you back to your normal activities, at no matter what level.
SEM
Treating Athletes For 20 Years
SEM physicians are often the first professional consulted regarding sporting injuries, overuse injuries and medical matters related to exercise. Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, biokineticists, general practitioners, orthopaedic surgeons and many other professionals are also usually able to serve the same role.
Dr Rob Collins
Individual Approach
Why Choose Dr Collins
Expertise & Experience in Sports Medicine
With over two decades of experience in sports medicine, Dr. Rob Collins has treated elite athletes across various disciplines, including Olympic champions and professional rugby players. His extensive background as a team physician and lecturer ensures that you receive the highest level of care.
Comprehensive & Advanced Treatment Options
From clinical diagnosis to cutting-edge treatments like Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections and shock wave therapy, Dr. Collins provides a full spectrum of solutions tailored to accelerate recovery and optimize performance.
Specialized Concussion Management
With 20+ years of experience in concussion assessment and treatment, Dr. Collins collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide expert care, ensuring a safe and effective recovery for athletes of all ages.
Personalized, Athlete-Centered Approach
Whether you're a professional athlete or a weekend warrior, Dr. Collins focuses on personalized treatment plans, injury prevention, and performance optimization to help you return to your sport stronger and faster.