Neal ElAttrache, MD, of Kerlane Jobe Orthopedics in Los Angeles, repaired a labral tear in Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu's shoulder, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Here are four key notes:
1. Dr. ElAttrache is the head team physician for the Dodgers.
2. Mr. Ryu elected to have the surgery, and was on the disables list this season. He is expected to be ready for spring training next season, according to the report.
3. Mr. Ryu was unable to rehabilitate is arm back to pitching strength during the earlier part of this season.
4. Dr. ElAttrache also recently performed shoulder surgery on boxer Manny Pacquiao.