Dr Chris Hasenkam
FACSEP · Sport & Exercise Physician · Co-founder, CadenceSees patients atIkon Park & Junction Oval
Point-of-care ultrasoundYes
Clinical focusBone stress injuries, running injuries, exercise medicine
New patientsReferral requested
"I want to understand the person in front of me, not just the diagnosis — what's going on, what matters to them, and what getting back to it actually looks like for their life."
On a first appointment"The best outcomes come from an accurate diagnosis combined with a clear understanding of someone's goals, lifestyle and circumstances. I take a practical, collaborative approach, so patients know the path forward and feel confident on it."
On building a plan"I'm drawn to the parts of medicine where timing, evidence and communication genuinely change outcomes — from elite sport through to everyday active life. Helping people stay active and move well at every stage is what I find most worthwhile."
Why this kind of medicine"I want patients to understand their own condition and take an active role in their recovery, not just be told what to do — and I want the people who refer to us to feel properly kept in the loop."
What matters to him about Cadence-
From early warning signs to a confirmed diagnosis, with a focus on identifying and addressing the underlying cause, not just treating the injury.
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Assessment and management of back pain in athletes, with particular attention to pars stress fractures and adolescent athletes — among the most common presentations he sees.
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Working with runners and load-sensitive athletes to understand training, biomechanics and recovery, not just the injury in isolation.
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Using activity itself as part of treatment, and helping active people avoid the injuries that sideline them in the first place.
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Recognising and managing the effects of inadequate fuelling on health and performance, particularly in endurance and aesthetic sports.
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Sport-specific injury management drawn from work with Cricket Victoria, Cricket Australia, the Sydney Swans, PGA Australia and Golf Australia, applied just as readily to weekend cricketers and golfers.
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Location 01Ikon Park
Level 1, Suite 1, 400 Royal Parade
Carlton North VIC 3054
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Location 02Citipower Centre, Junction Oval
Lakeside Drive
St Kilda VIC 3182
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