Neal ElAttrache, MD, will conduct arthroscopic surgery on Portland Trail Blazers center Ed Davis' left shoulder.
Here are five things to know:
1. Dr. ElAttrache will repair Mr. Davis' torn labrum on Tuesday, March 7 at Los Angeles-based Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic.
2. Mr. Davis initially injured his shoulder during the 2015-2016 NBA season but played through it until recently.
3. The injury was re-aggravated on Jan. 20, 2017.
4. Mr. Davis is expected to miss the remainder of the season. A specific prognosis will be shared following the operation.
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