Jennifer Hopp

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Get to know Sports Medicine Physician Dr. Jennifer L. Hopp, who serves the population of Midlothian, Virginia. Dr. Jennifer L. Hopp is a highly respected and admired physician, having been in practice for over seven years with a diverse array of expertise in all areas of sports medicine. She completed her undergraduate studies from Grand Valley State University, and a post-baccalaureate pre-med program at Georgetown University. Dr. Hopp later earned her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine, and completed her residency in Family Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Dr. Hopp joined HCA Virginia Sports Medicine following her completion of a Fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine, during which she served as Team Physician for Rice University and George Bush High School. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, and is board-eligible for her Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine (CAQSM). Dr. Hopp is also certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support. In keeping current with the latest developments and advancements within her field, Dr. Hopp’s professional memberships include the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the Gold Humanism Honor Society. Sports medicine focuses on helping people improve their athletic performance, recover from injury and prevent future injuries. It is a fast-growing health care field, because health workers who specialize in sports medicine help all kinds of people, not just athletes. Sports medicine professionals treat amateur athletes, those who want better results from their exercise program, people who have suffered injuries and are trying to regain full function and those with disabilities who are trying to increase mobility and capability. Dr. Hopp enjoys taking care of athletes of all ages and levels. She especially loves weekend warriors, mountain bikers, road cyclists, runners, and triathletes, and has a special interest in caring for female athletes from adolescence through geriatrics. Dr. Hopp is currently welcoming new patients and referrals.

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