West Coast Sports Institute

What West Coast Sports Institute does

West Coast Sports Institute is a private, multi-specialty medical practice headquartered in San Jose, California (formerly operating as South Bay Sports & Preventive Medicine Associates). The practice integrates five core service lines — primary care, sports medicine, physical therapy, concussion care, and orthopedic surgery — with supplementary offerings including a concierge Personalized Care Program, travel medicine, and telehealth. It serves a heterogeneous patient base spanning professional athletes (SF Giants, SF 49ers), collegiate and high school athletes across multiple Bay Area institutions, recreational "weekend warriors," and general primary care patients. The practice operates two physical locations (San Jose and San Francisco) and a telehealth channel, delivering care through a team of four board-certified physicians, one nurse practitioner, four physical therapists, and athletic trainers.

The underlying technology stack is conventional for an independent medical group: Athenahealth for billing and patient portal, Elation EHR for clinical records, Robin for digital patient intake, and the ImPACT program for concussion cognitive baseline testing. Diagnostic capabilities on-site include X-ray, ultrasound, and MRI access. There are no proprietary software products, AI-driven diagnostics, or disclosed data assets; the competitive position rests on fellowship-trained physician talent (e.g., Kerlan-Jobe, Stanford, Columbia), durable professional sports and university team-physician relationships, and longitudinal physician-patient relationships under the concierge model.

The business model combines fee-for-service PPO insurance reimbursement for clinical visits, ancillary physical therapy revenue, and an annual subscription-based Personalized Care Program membership generating recurring revenue from a capped patient panel. Headcount is approximately 20–30 across physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and administrative staff. The practice is privately held with no disclosed outside investment, and revenue figures are not publicly reported.

Name

West Coast Sports Institute

Legal name

West Coast Sports Institute

Website

https://westcoastdocs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

West Coast Sports Institute is a private Bay Area medical practice providing primary care, sports medicine, orthopedic surgery, physical therapy, and concussion care to professional athletes, college and high school athletes, and active adults across its San Jose and San Francisco clinics and telehealth channel.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Medicine and Primary Care Medical Practice

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Sports Medicine (HLAKALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Shoulder & Elbow (HLAKALAI), Sports Physical Therapy & Return-to-Play Rehab (HSADAIAB), Strength & Conditioning / Athletic Performance Training (HSADAEAB), Sports Rehabilitation, Return-to-Play & Performance Therapy Centers (MPAKAJAO)

Keywords

• Sports medicine services
• Primary care medicine
• Orthopedic surgery
• Physical therapy
• Concussion care

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Clara

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Insurance-Based Medical Services: Standard fee-for-service medical care billed through PPO insurance plans. The practice only accepts PPO plans, not Covered California or HMO plans.
2. Personalized Care Membership Program: Annual membership program providing executive-level preventive care, 24x7 physician access via cell phone and email, same/next-day visits with reserved appointment times, appointment assistance with specialists, and health/wellness materials.
3. PPO Insurance Contracts: Contracted network relationships with various PPO insurance providers for in-network medical services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

West Coast Sports Institute operates a multi-specialty medical practice providing sports medicine, primary care, orthopedic surgery, physical therapy, and concussion care from two Bay Area clinics. It supplements in-person visits with telehealth and on-site team physician coverage for professional sports organizations and universities, and offers a Personalized Care Program concierge membership for executive-level preventive care. The practice manages the California Concussion Institute and supports athletes from recreational to professional levels.

Product overview

West Coast Sports Institute is a sports medicine and primary care medical practice offering a unified portfolio of healthcare services. The core offering centers on Primary Care, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Concussion Care, and Orthopedics, with supplementary services including a Personalized Care Program (concierge membership), Travel Medicine, and Telehealth. The practice serves patients from professional athletes to sedentary individuals seeking active lifestyles, operating two Bay Area locations (Santa Clara and San Francisco). Formerly known as South Bay Sports & Preventive Medicine Associates, the institute is affiliated with professional sports teams including the San Francisco Giants and San Francisco 49ers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Primary Care Family medicine and internal medicine services providing continuing, comprehensive healthcare for adults, including diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of diseases. Targeted at active adults, families, and the general public in the Bay Area.
• Sports Medicine Evaluation and treatment of illnesses and injuries related to athletics and physical fitness for professional athletes, weekend warriors, and sedentary individuals seeking to become more active.
• Physical Therapy Rehabilitation services including exercise prescription, manual therapy, orthopedic injuries, sports rehabilitation, concussion rehabilitation, post-operative care, and work injury recovery, delivered by Doctor of Physical Therapy-credentialed therapists.
• Concussion Care Comprehensive post-injury evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment plans for concussion management using ImPACT testing, Biosway, and exertion therapy, with management of the California Concussion Institute serving Northern California athletes.
• Orthopedics Orthopedic surgery and consultation services including hip arthroscopy, shoulder and elbow disorders, knee reconstruction, platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections, cartilage MACI restoration, and Tommy John Surgery for athletes and active patients.
• Personalized Care Program Concierge-style healthcare membership program offering executive-level preventive care physicals, 24/7 direct physician access via cell phone and email, same/next-day reserved visits, appointment assistance with specialists, and personalized healthcare plans with limited practice membership.
• Travel Medicine Clinic Travel clinic services including pre and post-travel evaluations, custom itinerary analysis, travel medications, vaccinations, immunizations, and disease consultations for individuals traveling internationally.
• Telehealth Services Virtual healthcare visits delivered via phone and/or video for patient convenience and safety, offered as an alternative to in-person appointments across the practice's service lines.

Quantifiable outcome

• The CDC estimates 1.6 to 3.8 million concussions occur each year. WCSI manages the California Concussion Institute serving athletes in Northern California.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• Santa Clara UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Division I university athletics. Physical therapy services performed at SCU working with sports medicine team. Dr. Saglimbeni serves as team physician. Proud affiliates performing services for student athletes.
• UC BerkeleycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Dr. Sara Edwards serves as team physician for UC Berkeley, caring for men's football and national champion rugby teams. Assistant professor in department of orthopaedic surgery at UCSF.
• San Jose GiantscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Minor league baseball team affiliated with San Francisco Giants. Dr. Kao has been on medical staff for San Jose Giants.
• Bellarmine College PreparatorycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019San Jose private high school. Dr. Saglimbeni serves as team physician. Part of network of high school affiliations serving Bay Area student athletes.
• Mountain View High SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Dr. Chung serves as Team Physician for Mountain View High School. Part of community high school partnership network.
• Presentation High SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019San Jose all-girls Catholic high school. Dr. Saglimbeni serves as team physician.
• University of San FranciscocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Dr. Akizuki serves as team physician for University of San Francisco athletics.
• San Francisco State University AthleticscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Dr. Akizuki serves as team physician for San Francisco State University athletics.
• Skyline College AthleticscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Dr. Akizuki serves as team physician for Skyline College athletics.
• Sacramento State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Dr. Akizuki serves as team physician for Sacramento State University.
• City College of San FranciscocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Dr. Akizuki serves as orthopedic consultant for City College of San Francisco.
• King's Academy High SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Dr. Chung serves as Team Physician for King's Academy High School.
• O'Connor HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Various physicians have held executive committee assignments at O'Connor Hospital. Historical affiliation for medical staff credentialing and hospital privileges.
• Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic CliniccoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2019Dr. Kao completed fellowship training at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic in Los Angeles, participating in care of LA Dodgers, Lakers, Kings, USC, and LMU athletes. Historical training affiliation that influenced practice expertise.
• California Concussion InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019WCSI manages the California Concussion Institute serving athletes in Northern California. Utilizes ImPACT testing program and latest concussion evaluation technology.
• Various High Schools & ClubsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Various local high schools and clubs served through team physician and athletic training relationships. As used by local high schools and clubs.
• San Francisco GiantsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2000Professional baseball team. Dr. Saglimbeni and Dr. Akizuki serve as team physicians. Long-standing relationship since founding of practice. Provides elite sports medicine care for professional athletes.
• San Francisco 49ersflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2000Professional football team. Dr. Saglimbeni serves as team physician. Relationship provides professional sports medicine coverage and validates clinical expertise.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush: Chicago-based orthopedic and sports medicine group affiliated with Rush University, serving as team physician for the Chicago Bulls, White Sox, and other pro/collegiate teams. Comparable multi-physician sports medicine group with embedded PT and research depth.
• Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center: Birmingham, AL-based sports medicine and orthopedic practice founded by Dr. James Andrews, serving as team physician for many NFL, MLB, and college programs. Closest comparand in terms of single-specialty, team-physician-driven orthopedic practice model.
• Boston Sports Medicine & Performance Group: Multi-physician Boston-area sports medicine and primary care group serving professional, collegiate, and recreational athletes with on-site PT and imaging. Comparable private-practice model combining primary care sports medicine, orthopedics, and PT under one roof.
• Rothman Orthopaedic Institute: Large, multi-site orthopedic and sports medicine practice on the East Coast, serving as team physician for multiple pro and college teams. Comparable multi-physician orthopedic group with on-site PT and imaging and pro-team affiliations.
• The Steadman Clinic: Vail, CO-based orthopedic and sports medicine practice known for serving elite Olympic, NFL, and professional athletes, with integrated PT and imaging. Comparable as a multi-physician, multi-disciplinary sports medicine practice built on team-physician reputation.
• Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic (Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute): Premier LA-based sports medicine and orthopedic practice that trains sports medicine fellows and serves as team physician for the LA Dodgers, Lakers, Kings, and other pro franchises. WCSI's Dr. Kao trained there; direct overlap in pro-team coverage, fellowship pipeline, and orthopedics+PT stack.

Regional players

• Hoag Orthopedic Institute: Southern California orthopedic and sports medicine specialty group with high-volume sports surgery, PT, and team-physician relationships. Comparable orthopedic group with PT integration, though geographically adjacent rather than directly competing in the Bay Area.
• UCSF Sports Medicine Center: UCSF's academic sports medicine program, where WCSI's Dr. Edwards holds an assistant professorship. Direct Bay Area competitor across primary care sports medicine, orthopedics, and concussion care, with broader insurance participation and integrated hospital.
• Stanford Medicine — Sports Medicine: Academic sports medicine program at Stanford (in WCSI's own backyard), where Dr. Kao did his residency. Comparable service mix (primary care sports med, orthopedics, PT, concussion), but with broader insurance, hospital depth, and academic research capabilities.

Broad incumbents

• Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS): National leader in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, with deep team-physician relationships across major U.S. pro sports leagues. HSS is a direct comparand for the orthopedic/sports medicine portion of WCSI's practice and a benchmark for elite sports medicine branding.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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