After losing to the Phoenix Mercury last week in the WNBA playoffs, Ms. Bird said that the hip had been bothering her throughout the season.
The labrum surgery was performed by Marc J. Philippon, MD, at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colo. Ms. Bird will stay at the clinic throughout the weekend and begin rehab. She is expected to return to playing by mid-to-late December.
Related Articles on Team Doctors:
58 Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Physicians for Professional Basketball Teams
79 Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Physicians for Professional Football Teams
68 Physicians for MLB Teams
At the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, taking place June 11-13 in Chicago, spine surgeons, orthopedic leaders and ASC executives will come together to explore minimally invasive techniques, ASC growth strategies and innovations shaping the future of outpatient spine care. Apply for complimentary registration now.
