Overview
- HHS confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. underwent rotator cuff surgery on Tuesday and plans to be back in the office on Monday.
- The department did not disclose how the shoulder injury occurred or where the procedure was performed.
- Orthopedic sources cited in coverage say full recovery from rotator cuff repair commonly takes four to six months.
- Kennedy, 72, has prominently promoted exercise through the Make America Healthy Again initiative, including public workout events.
- His most recent public appearance before the operation was a briefing announcing added nutrition education commitments at some colleges.