Here are four major athletes that have undergone surgery at ASCs:
1. Former Oakland Athletics outfielder Stephen Piscotty underwent wrist surgery at the Gateway Surgery Center in Phoenix in 2021. Mr. Piscotty is now a free agent.
2. In 2021, Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte underwent surgery for a torn meniscus at an orthopedic surgery center in Gainesville, Fla.
3. Former White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal underwent knee surgery at Chicago-based Gold Coast Surgery Center to repair a torn tendon in 2021. Mr. Grandal is now a free agent in the league.
4. Orthopedic surgeon Keith Heier, MD, completed ankle surgery to repair a high ankle sprain on FC Dallas winger Beni Redžić in 2021. The surgery was performed at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery in Plano.
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.