Here are nine orthopedic surgeons treating professional athletes in December.
David Okonkwo, MD, and Joseph Maroon, MD, performed spine surgery on Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier.
Green Bay Packers Aaron Rodgers announced Patrick McKenzie, MD, cleared the quarterback to return after breaking his collarbone.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz underwent successful ACL surgery performed by James Bradley, MD.
David Altchek, MD, and William Raasch, MD, performed arthroscopic knee surgery on Milwaukee Bucks forward Mizra Teletovic.
James Andrews, MD, recommended Mansfield-based University of Connecticut redshirt freshman guard Alterique Gilbert undergo shoulder surgery.
Neal ElAttrache, MD, operated on Denver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian’s left shoulder.
Denver Broncos’ wide receiver Jordan Taylor underwent surgery performed by Marc Philippon, MD.
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