Mr. Bitsko experienced mild discomfort in his shoulder while training remotely. The team shut him down, and symptoms initially subsided. However, while ramping back up, the discomfort returned, which led to a surgical consult.
He will miss a portion of the 2021 season as he recovers from the procedure.
Dr. Altchek is an attending orthopedic surgeon and co-chief emeritus of HSS’ Sports Medicine Institute in New York City. He is the medical director for the New York Mets and a medical consultant for the NBA. He is the founding medical director of HSS Florida.
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