Sports Medicine | MSU Health Care | Michigan State University
Sports Medicine • East Lansing, MI
About
MSU Health Care is a nonprofit multi-specialty medical practice affiliated with Michigan State University, partnering with Henry Ford Health. Based in East Lansing, it supports education and research across MSU’s College of Human Medicine, College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Nursing, with clinical services in sports medicine, primary care, and other specialties for all ages. The practice employs about 66 staff and operates three offices (HQ in East Lansing; Lansing; East Lansing). Key sports medicine features include direct care from MSU Health Care Sports Medicine and related physical and occupational therapy services, community outreach programs (e.g., Mileage Club for students), and media commentary on safety and rehabilitation topics. Notable executives include Kristine Allen (COO/CAO) and Mark Smith (CMO).
Clinic Type
Sports Medicine
Address
909 Fee Rd, East Lansing, Michigan 48824, US
Phone
(517) 884-6100
financialassistanceapp@hfhs.org
Opening Hours
Walk-In Monday through Friday 8am-11am during certain periods; Saturday Injury Walk-In Clinics offered in fall and spring semesters (hours not fully specified).
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What is included in Sports Injury Saturday Walk-In Clinic?
Saturday Injury Walk-In Clinics are offered exclusively for athletes in the fall and spring semesters (except major holidays).
What kinds of appointments are available?
New Problem: Evaluation of new injuries or problems of the muscles, ligaments and joints which can wait for a convenient appointment. Urgent Care: New bone, ligament, or joint injuries or symptoms with onset in the last 48 hours that limit regular activity and need to be seen urgently. Follow Up: Return visit after a problem or injury has been evaluated by our team or to follow up after imaging such as MRI, CT or EMG.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- MSU Health Care Provider Portal (Nathan Fitton, DO): 4.9 out of 5 (32 patient ratings)
- MSU Health Care Provider Portal (Micah Lissy, MD): 4.7 out of 5 (39 patient ratings)
- Vitals (Dr. Jeffrey R. Kovan): 4.2 out of 5 (5 ratings, 2 written reviews)
- WebMD (Dr. Jeffrey R. Kovan): 4.0 out of 5 (11 ratings, 1 review)
Patients praise
- clear communication regarding treatment and injuries
- professional expertise and credentials
- courteous staff
- effective treatment plans for athletes
Common complaints
- criticism regarding the oversight of past institutional scandals
"My high school age multi sport daughter has seen Dr Kovan for 3 separate injuries during season. He understands seasons are short and has always been clear on return play directions. He is open to questions... I really appreciate that he is teaching my teen to handle appointments herself."
— Vitals (Dr. Jeffrey R. Kovan)"He's great. Great communicator, great expertise. The program he set forth for my son worked great. His background and credentials speak for themselves. Our family will continue to go back to him when needed."
— WebMD (Dr. Jeffrey R. Kovan)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- MSU Health Care Sports Medicine Hosts Emergency Action Planning Session and Celebrates Life-Saving Impact | MSU Health Care | Michigan State University — Aug 15, 2025
- Michael Straus, PA-C, ATC, MMSc - Michigan State University Health Care — Sep 22, 2025
- MSU Health Care Sponsors Successful 2025 Capital City River Run | MSU Health Care | Michigan State University — Sep 24, 2025
- Micah Lissy, MD, MS PT, ATC, CSCS - Michigan State University Health Care — Sep 29, 2025
- Michael Straus, PA-C, ATC, MMSc - Michigan State University Health Care — Sep 22, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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