Irvine, Calif.-based Hoag Orthopedic Institute named David Gazzaniga, MD, as division chief of sports medicine, according to a Jan. 8 news release.
In his role, he will work to improve access to care for patients in sports medicine, the release said. Dr. Gazzaniga is the head team physician for the Los Angeles Chargers and has previously worked as a physician for teams including the New York Jets, New York Islanders and USA Women's Water Polo.
"I'm excited to plan the creation of a sports medicine institute within HOI, a new world class entity to serve our communities, high schools and athletes of all abilities, shapes and sizes," Dr. Gazzaniga said in the release. "It's an honor to lead this program knowing we will serve our patients with high quality musculoskeletal care in the best way possible."