Dr. Bill Droege
Dr. Droege has more than 40 years of experience in orthopedic rehabilitation, involving car accidents, work-related and sports injuries.
Dr. Bill Droege, DC, MS – Sports Medicine & Injury Rehabilitation Specialist in St. Louis
For more than 37 years, Dr. Bill Droege has been one of the most trusted names in sports medicine, chiropractic care, orthopedic rehabilitation, and injury recovery in the St. Louis area. As CEO and founder of Esquire Sports Medicine, Dr. Droege has dedicated his career to helping patients recover from sports injuries, car accidents, workers’ compensation injuries, back pain, neck pain, and other musculoskeletal conditions.
A Board-Certified Chiropractic Physician with advanced training in Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, Dr. Droege is known for combining clinical expertise with a patient-centered approach that focuses on restoring function, reducing pain, and helping patients return to their active lifestyles.
A Leader in Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Dr. Droege specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of:
- Sports injuries
- Car accident injuries
- Workers’ compensation injuries
- Back pain and neck pain
- Herniated discs
- Sciatica
- Shoulder, knee, and joint injuries
- Repetitive stress injuries
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
In addition to his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Logan College of Chiropractic, Dr. Droege holds a Master’s Degree in Traumatic Biomechanics and is Board Certified in Sports Medicine and Board Qualified in Orthopedics. He also previously served as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), providing him with a unique understanding of injury assessment and recovery.
Today, Dr. Droege serves as a member of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and remains committed to advancing excellence in patient care and rehabilitation.
From Professional Baseball to Sports Medicine Excellence
Before becoming one of St. Louis’ leading sports medicine physicians, Dr. Droege was a standout athlete. A St. Louis native and graduate of CBC High School, he earned a baseball scholarship to Kansas State University, where he was later honored as a member of the Kansas State All-Century Baseball Team.
Dr. Droege went on to play professional baseball with the Chicago Cubs organization from 1972 to 1977, beginning his chiropractic education during the baseball off-season. His firsthand experience as a competitive athlete continues to shape his understanding of sports performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation.
Trusted by Professional Athletes and Major Sporting Events
Throughout his career, Dr. Droege has provided sports medicine and chiropractic care for professional athletes, collegiate programs, and major sporting events throughout the region.
His experience includes serving as:
- Team Physician for the St. Louis Blues
- Physician for the NFL Players Association of the St. Louis Rams
- Team Physician for Harris-Stowe State University
- Consulting physician for numerous high school athletic programs
- Chiropractic Physician for events at Enterprise Center, Chaifetz Arena, The Muny, and The Repertory Theatre
In 2013, Dr. Droege was appointed Chiropractic Physician for the Senior PGA Championship held at Bellerive Country Club.
Nationally Recognized Athlete and Long Drive Champion
Beyond the clinic, Dr. Droege is a nationally recognized competitor in golf long drive events. He is a 22-time World Long Drive Finalist, regularly featured on ESPN’s World Long Drive Championship broadcasts, and recipient of the Long Drivers of America Lifetime Achievement Award.
His commitment to athletic excellence gives him a unique perspective when treating athletes of all ages and skill levels.
Dedicated to the St. Louis Community
Dr. Droege has long been committed to serving the St. Louis community through charitable work, education, and outreach. He actively supports organizations including Blast It Out of Busch, Home Run for Heroes, Little Patriots, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) awareness initiatives.
As co-founder of the Bommarito St. Louis Long Drive Team, Dr. Droege has helped raise more than $500,000 for local charities throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area.
Schedule an Appointment with Dr. Bill Droege
Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury, car accident, work injury, or chronic pain condition, Dr. Droege and the team at Esquire Sports Medicine are committed to helping you heal, recover, and perform at your best.
Contact Esquire Sports Medicine today to schedule an appointment and experience why generations of St. Louis residents have trusted Dr. Bill Droege for expert injury care and rehabilitation.