Sports Medicine (non-operative)

Sports Medicine physicians apply their knowledge, training and dedication in non-operative care to diagnose and treat a broad range of musculoskeletal injuries as well as arthritis management.

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What is Sports Medicine?

Sports Medicine specializes in preventing and treating injuries and conditions related to sports and physical activities.

Our physicians understand how your body moves and how various sports can affect it. They use their specialized training to assess and treat injuries throughout your body while promoting healthier lifestyles for all.

With Sports Medicine, you won’t have to visit multiple specialists for pain in different areas; our team can address all your concerns in one place.

Is Sports Medicine right for me?

You don’t need to be a competitive athlete to benefit from Sports Medicine. Our physicians treat a variety of patients, regardless of their age and physical fitness level. Their focus is always to help you return to your desired activity level as soon as possible.

Whether you’re suffering from a sports-related injury, or simply feeling a new pain in your joints, our dedicated team will provide a specific diagnosis and a personalized rehabilitation plan that’s right for you.

If you’re experiencing any of the following conditions or symptoms, Sports Medicine may be able to help:

  • Athletic injuries of any kind
  • Knee pain or swelling
  • Ankle sprain
  • Rotator cuff tears or strains
  • Tennis elbow
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Jammed finger, Trigger finger
  • Non-athletic joint injuiries
  • Carpal tunnel
  • Bursitis
  • Concussion
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Joint swelling, laxity, or instability
  • Exercise-induced asthma

Our Sports Medicine team provides a number of treatment options, including bracing, casting, splinting, joint aspiration and injection (when needed), ultrasound diagnostics and platelet-rich plasma.

Our team also provides return-to-activity guidance and clearance for injured athletes, including concussion management.

Schedule an appointment

Sports Medicine physicians are readily available and can see patients as soon as the next day. No physician referral is needed to schedule.

Request an appointment by contacting our Sports Medicine Navigator, Kristin Carroll, PT. She will connect you with the necessary care and provide support, education and resources throughout every step of your journey. Kristin will also collaborate with our entire care team to coordinate follow-up care, ensuring a swift recovery.

Our Sports Medicine Care Locations:

Meet our Sports Medicine Specialists:

Name Specialties Location
Bautista, Joseph Ryan, DO Bautista, Joseph Ryan, DO
4.8 /5
175 surveys
203.386.0366
  • Family Medicine
  • Sports Medicine
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  • Stratford
Li, Wei, DO Li, Wei, DO
4.9 /5
212 surveys
860.827.7440
  • Family Medicine
  • Sports Medicine
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  • Bristol
Bitterman, Jason, MD Bitterman, Jason, MD 860.224.5535
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
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  • New Britain
  • Southington
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Seetharama, Subramani, MD Seetharama, Subramani, MD
4.9 /5
54 surveys
860.972.5107
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
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  • Hartford
  • Cheshire
  • Farmington
  • New Britain
  • New Britain
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Czarnecki, Gregory Robert, DO Czarnecki, Gregory Robert, DO
4.9 /5
296 surveys
860.696.2250
  • Internal Medicine
  • Sports Medicine
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  • Glastonbury
Marchetti, Michael P., DO Marchetti, Michael P., DO
4.7 /5
243 surveys
203.271.3296
  • Family Medicine
  • Sports Medicine
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  • Cheshire
Lavallee, Jeffrey Robert, MD Lavallee, Jeffrey Robert, MD 860.972.2245
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
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  • Hartford
  • Glastonbury
  • Hartford
  • New Britain
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Gee, Alaric, DO Gee, Alaric, DO 860.972.5107
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
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  • Norwich
  • Vernon
  • Willimantic
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