Michael Terry, MD, and Bradley Merk, MD, performed ankle surgery on Chicago Blackhawks' Michal Rozsival, according to a Chicago Tribune report.
Here are four key notes:
1. Mr. Rozsival suffered the injury when he fell and landed awkwardly on his left ankle on Thursday.
2. Dr. Terry practices with Northwestern Medicine in Chicago. He is the head team physician for the Chicago Blackhawks and a team physician for USA Volleyball.
3. Dr. Merk also practices with Northwestern Medicine in Chicago. He focuses on nanotechnology and orthopedics. Hehas a professional interest in the biomechanics of fracture fixation.
4. Mr. Rozsival is slated to return to full hockey play in approximately 12 weeks to 16 weeks.