Amit Momaya, MD

09/25/2026

Enjoyed giving talk on cartilage restoration to the University of Louisville orthopedic surgeons. I’ve always been a data driven surgeon, especially when there is randomized controlled data. My practice is committed to knee preservation and utilizing evidence based medicine.

09/23/2026

Our new orthopedic research fellows, Zach and Camille, join me for a mid day professional soccer game for sideline coverage. The fellowship is not only about publishing research but also gaining clinical experience throughout the year.

09/19/2026

Dr. Momaya and Alyssah Robinson, ATC are proud to take care of Leeds High School athletics. Call us at 205-975-2663 for appointments.

09/11/2026

Athletic trainers have traditionally worked on the sidelines and training rooms, diagnosing injuries and managing treatment. This musculoskeletal knowledge has translated well to the orthopedic clinic setting where many now serve as clinical coordinators. Take a look at our recent study on patient preference for coordinators. Send this to an athletic trainer who you think is ready to transition to the clinic for more regular hours.

https://www.momayamd.com/pdf/120-certified-athletic-trainers-are-preferred-coordinators-in-sports-medicine-clinics-a-patient-survey-study.pdf

09/03/2026

The US Open is in full swing and many are getting back on the courts. Check out our recent blog post on “tennis leg” and how to treat it.

You’re sprinting for a low volley or pushing off for a serve when suddenly-pop.

09/01/2026

Take a look at our recent comeback story. Sebastian Tregarthen, a professional soccer athlete from Uruguay, broke his forearm during a match. He turned to UAB Sports Medicine for surgery and made a terrific return to soccer. ⚽️

https://www.momayamd.com/success-stories/sebastian-tregarthen/?pl=1177&plp=73997

08/28/2026

Check out our recent blog post on knee braces for offensive linemen.

Every single snap in football involves hundreds of pounds of raw athletic force colliding. Within this chaotic grid, offensive linemen operate in a state of constant vulnerability.

08/27/2026

Karlos May, Ohio State commit and #7 ranked defensive lineman in the country, turned to UAB Sports Medicine Surgeon Dr. Momaya when he tore his ACL. His comeback has been incredible and the best is yet to come.

https://www.momayamd.com/success-stories/karlos-may/?pl=1177&plp=74000

08/26/2026

At our Orthopedic Sports Medicine practice, Dr. Momaya routinely sees 2nd opinions and gets people back to moving. Call us at 205-975-2663 for a same day or next day appointment.

08/26/2026

The LET procedure to augment ACL reconstruction is an important one, especially for high risk athletes and revision ACLs. Take a look at our recently published paper discussing its indications and techniques.

https://www.momayamd.com/pdf/why-your-patient-may-need-an-acl-reconstruction-plus-lateral-extra-articular-tenodesis-procedure-87.pdf