Dr Yusuf Hassan. World-Renowned Knee Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Physician

Dr. M.Y. Hassan is an orthopaedic knee surgeon and sports physician based in Cape Town, South Africa. He is recognised internationally for his expertise in musculoskeletal and sports-related injuries.

Services

orthodaedic surgery

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

ASSIC provides advanced orthopaedic care through a network of highly skilled surgeons across Africa. We are committed to collaboration, innovation, and excellence in surgical outcomes.

fitness

FITNESS MANAGEMENT

We use cutting-edge, technology-driven tools to assist in the efficient referral, monitoring, and management of orthopaedic and sports cases.
Our approach ensures faster recovery and long-term performance improvement.

sports medicine

SPORTS
MEDICINE

ASSIC offers expert sports medicine services tailored to both professional athletes and active individuals.
We provide the knowledge, treatment, and ongoing support needed to optimise fitness and prevent injuries.

education

SPORTS SCIENCE EDUCATION

Our education portal promotes learning and discussion among medical professionals and the general public.
We share the latest research, surgical techniques, and best practices in orthopaedics and sports medicine.

What is ASSIC and why choose us?

We provide top-quality care and services

The African Sports Science Institute Clinic (ASSIC) is an orthopaedic surgery and sports science practice in Cape Town, South Africa. We provide musculoskeletal care to improve the performance and quality of life of individuals and sports athletes.

ASSIC is also a pioneering African initiative aimed at delivering standardised, internationally benchmarked orthopaedic and sports medicine care across the continent.

sports athletes
sports athletes

We provide top-quality care and services

The African Sports Science Institute Clinic (ASSIC) is an orthopaedic surgery and sports science practice in Cape Town, South Africa. We provide musculoskeletal care to improve the performance and quality of life of individuals and sports athletes.

We are also an African initiative to provide standardised international orthopaedic and sports medicine care.

medical professionals

ASSIC has partnered with the best in the industry

ASSIC partners only with leading experts in the sports science and medical industries.

Dr. Hassan has worked alongside world-renowned professionals including Professor Tim Noakes, and teams such as the Springboks, Stormers, Western Province Rugby, and the Proteas.

“Dr Hassan has always been there as a good professional team player on & off the field of rugby. During the final match of the RWC 2007 his knee injury assessment during the match gave me composure & confidence to successfully complete the match. I would recommend his professional services.”

Percy Montgomery

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Have a sports injury or need rehabilitation? Book an appointment with Dr Hassan and get the best medical care and advise.

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We have the best sports science technology and medical facilities to treat injured individuals to professional athletes. Book with us!

“To my knowledge he did not make a single diagnostic error in the time that the worked with the Springboks.  He was absolutely astonishing.”

Professor Tim Noakes