Daniel Lamar, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Coastal Orthopedics in Bradenton, Fla., and team physician for the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team, will be on the sideline as the team pursues the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Here are nine orthopedic surgeons who recently performed procedures on professional athletes.

The National Football League announced there will be neurological consultants for every team on the sidelines during games in the 2013 season, according to a report from The Inquisitr.

Here are 11 sports medicine physicians who recently joined or opened a new practice.

Tanika M. Pinn, MD, has opened a new practice in family and sports medicine clinic Essentials Wellness Center in Pulaski, Tenn., according to a WKSR report.

St. Louis-based Mercy has inked a deal with the St. Louis Cardinals to become the official medical provider for the team.

Columbus (Ga.) State University is inducting Champ Baker Jr., MD, into the Hall of Fame, according to a Ledger Enquirer report.

The Tennessee Athletic Trainer's Society recently honored Chris Klenck, MD, as the Sports Medicine Person of the Year, according to a local WBIR report.

Here are 10 orthopedic surgeons who recently assumed new leadership positions. If you would like to suggest additions to this list, please contact Laura at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The Major League Baseball Team Physicians Association named Michael G. Ciccotti, MD, president for 2013, according to a Philadelphia Business Journal report.