As a leading arthroscopic surgeon focused on sports medicine, Dr. Dominic Carreira recently served as medical doctor for the international soccer match between Mexico and Paraguay on August 31 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The game was a friendly match between to the two soccer rivals in the run up to the World Cup in December of this year. The CONCACAF powerhouse, Mexico, lost 0 – 1 to Paraguay.

I’m passionate about both soccer and about my work as a physician, so the opportunity to combine these two makes for a great experience. Watching the game on the field is the best place to really appreciate the speed of the game. These athletes are truly next level.
– Dominic S. Carreira, M.D.

Dr. Carreira has served in a similar roles for a number of teams, clubs, and sports throughout his career. He was worked with Atlanta United, both the U.S. Men’s and Women’s Ski Teams, Miami Dolphins, Colorado Rockies, Denver Broncos, Chicago White Sox, Chicago Blaze and the Miami Marlins.

Hip, Foot and Ankle Arthroscopy Specialist

A board-certified orthopedic surgeon and arthroscopy specialist with advanced training from three orthopedic fellowship programs, Dominic S. Carreira, M.D.,  specializes in foot and ankle, young adult and adolescent hip preservation, and sports medicine.

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