Sports Medicine

Getting you back in the game as soon as possible

More people today participate in some form of athletic activity than ever before, from professional athletes to recreational players and students. Having a sports-related injury can really interfere with your life, especially if you are used to keeping active. These types of injuries can happen to anyone who enjoys an active lifestyle, regardless of age or level of participation.

Hackensack Meridian Health serves all types of active people and athletes who want the best possible outcomes and fastest recovery from their injuries. No matter why or how you play, you can count on Hackensack Meridian Health to help you recover from injuries.

After Dr. Peter Hetzler broke his neck and spine in a tragic skiing accident, Dr. Lospinuso performed the complex surgery he needed to regain his active lifestyle.

Meet Peter

Care that is designed to meet your specific needs

Every team member is dedicated to making sure that you receive the most advanced treatment available today for your injury. Our unique brand of collaborative medicine brings together surgical and non-surgical specialists who work together to provide a spectrum of care that is designed to meet your specific needs. Innovative therapy and rehabilitation options can help speed your recovery process.

Some of the procedures we perform include:

ACL Reconstruction
Meniscus Surgery
Cartilage Resurfacing – Knee
Patellar Realignment
Hip Arthroscopy
Rotator Cuff Repair
Labrum Repair
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Biceps Tendon Repairs
Tommy John procedure (elbow ligament repair

Did You Know?

You can get a stress fracture from increasing your activity level too quickly.

Other causes are worn athletic shoes and a switch to a new playing surface.