Photo Gallery
Trey Benton post surgery performed by Dr. ElAttrache (August 2024)
Ethan Robinson post surgery performed by Dr. ElAttrache (January 2024)
Aaron Rodgers post surgery performed by Dr. ElAttrache (September 2023)
Cade McNamara in Dr. Neal ElAttrache’s office (November 2022)
Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Tom Brady versus the Los Angeles Rams (November 2022)
Dr. Neal ElAttrache with Conor McGregor, Todd Gurley, 2Chainz, and a few others (August 2021)
Conor McGregor in Dr. Neal ElAttrache's office with Ronald Acuña (July 2021)
Dr. Neal ElAttrache receives his 2020 World Series Championship ring from Andrew Friedman, the Los Angeles Dodgers' President of Baseball Operations (July 2021)
Neal ElAttrache, left, team physician for the Rams, operated on the left knee of New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, right, in 2008 and the two have been close friends since. (January 2019) (Jim Rogash / Getty Images / via Los Angeles Times)
Dr. Neal ElAttrache speaking at the private memorial service for Dr. Frank Jobe at Dodgers Stadium (April 2014)
Videos
Hall of Farmer: Dr. Neal ElAttrache, MD
Los Angeles Times NFL Columnist Sam Farmer in conversation with Orthopedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine Specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache, MD. (February 2022)
Kerlan-Jobe's Dr. ElAttrache discusses Rotator Cuff
Dr. Neal ElAttrache of the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic discusses Rotator Cuff injuries. A common injury plagueing both elite and everyday athletes. (June 2014)
Common Sports Injuries: ACL Injuries
Dr. Neal ElAttrache of the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic discusses Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries. A common injury plaguing both elite and everyday athletes. (January 2014)
Media
Becker’s Spine Review
January 2025
Meet the orthopedic caregivers for the world's 20 most profitable sports teams
“The Rams are cared for by Neal ElAttrache, MD, who serves as head team physician for the Rams and the MLB's Los Angeles Dodgers.”
Yardbarker
January 2025
49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk's locker room presence signals good recovery progress
“Aiyuk's right knee — repaired by Neal ElAttrache— looked like it was in good shape.”
ESPN
December 2024
Georgia's Carson Beck undergoes season-ending elbow surgery
“The surgery was performed by renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.”
MSN
December 2024
Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown undergoes surgery with hope of returning sometime in 2025
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache operated on Overshown's knee in Los Angeles, and the team hopes that he can return sometime mid-to-late next season.”
Sports Illustrated
December 2024
Eagles' LB Ahead Of Schedule After Knee Surgery
“Eagles' second-year linebacker/fullback Ben VanSumeren underwent surgery from renowned orthopaedist Neal ElAttrache.”
The Dallas Morning News
December 2024
Texas Tech QB Behren Morton set to miss Liberty Bowl after undergoing shoulder surgery
“Morton’s surgery was performed in Los Angeles by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, a leading orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder injuries.”
The Dallas Morning News
November 2024
Texas Rangers’ Josh Sborz undergoes shoulder procedure, will miss first 2-3 months of 2025
“Sborz was troubled all year by a balky shoulder, and upon the end of the Rangers’ 2024 season he visited Los Angeles-based shoulder specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
Sports Illustrated
November 2024
Dodgers' Brusdar Graterol Out for First Half of 2025 Season After Shoulder Operation
“Los Angeles Dodgers RHP Brusdar Graterol had right shoulder labrum surgery on Nov. 14 performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
The Asahi Shimbun
November 2024
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has surgery to repair labrum tear in shoulder after World Series injury
“The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the team's head physician, in Los Angeles.”
New York Times
November 2024
Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw to undergo surgeries on his foot and knee Wednesday
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache will handle the knee…”
Becker’s Spine Review
October 2024
The physicians providing care at the 2024 World Series
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, is the head team physician for the Dodgers.”
Sports Illustrated
October 2024
MRI Confirms Browns QB Deshaun Watson Ruptured His Achilles
“The latter option was performed on Rodgers by renowned Los Angeles based surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who also performed surgery on Watson last fall to repair a fractured glenoid in his throwing shoulder.”
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Sports Illustrated
October 2024
San Diego Padres Star Gets Tougher Injury News Which Could Have Major Impact on Money
“Ha-Seong Kim underwent his shoulder surgery yesterday with Dr. Neal El Attrache (labrum repair)…”
Fresno Bee
October 2024
Sacramento Kings offer injury update on Kevin Huerter as he recovers from shoulder surgery
“The team said Huerter has been cleared for full-contact court activity after being reevaluated by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles.”
New York Times
October 2024
Dodgers’ Gavin Stone likely to miss all of 2025 after shoulder surgery
“Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Gavin Stone had right-shoulder surgery on October 9 performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
Becker’s Spine Review
October 2024
Dr. Neal ElAttrache to operate on Denver Broncos player
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, is set to operate on Alex Singleton, a player for the Denver Broncos, on Oct. 15 in Los Angeles…”
The Dallas Morning News
October 2024
Rangers reliever Josh Sborz will begin offseason with visit to shoulder specialist
“Sborz, troubled all year by a balky shoulder, will visit Los Angeles-based shoulder specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
MSN
September 2024
Giants 2022 first-round pick Reggie Crawford out 10-12 months after surgery
“The surgery, which was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache — a familiar name to anyone who closely follows athlete injuries…”
MLB
September 2024
Cortes to IL with elbow flexor strain; October return possible
“Cortes said that though his ulnar collateral ligament is believed to be intact, Wednesday’s imaging will be sent to specialists Dr. Neal ElAttrache and Dr. Keith Meister for additional opinions.”
Pittsburg Post-Gazette
September 2024
Left-hander Marco Gonzales undergoes surgery, expected to be sidelined for 1 year
“The operation was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache and Dr. Steve Shin of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.”
Becker’s Spine Review
September 2024
Dr. Neal ElAttrache to operate on Cleveland Guardians pitcher
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, is set to operate on Sam Hentges, a pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians, on Sept. 18 in Los Angeles.”
Hollywood Reporter
September 2024
Netflix Snags Aaron Rodgers Doc Amid Flurry of Sports Series Pickups
“Netflix also released a clip from the show, in which Rodgers discusses how he processes decisions on the field and talks with Dr. Neal Elattrache, the orthopedic surgeon who repaired the QB’s torn Achilles.”
Becker’s Spine Review
August 2024
Meet the physicians who provide care for the 10 most valuable NFL teams
“The Los Angeles Rams ($7.6 billion) are cared for by Neal ElAttrache, MD, who serves as head team physician for the Rams and MLB's Los Angeles Dodgers.”
CBS Sports
August 2024
Giants' Tom Murphy: Begins hitting, running
“The backstop hasn't recovered from the injury as quickly as anticipated, but he seems to be responding better after visiting Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles in late July and receiving a platelet-rich plasma injection for the knee.”
CBS Sports
August 2024
Twins' Joe Ryan: Exam confirms shoulder issue
“The examination by prominent sports surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache confirmed an initial diagnosis that Ryan would likely be sidelined for the rest of the regular season.”
Dodger Blue
August 2024
Dodgers Prospect River Ryan Undergoing Tommy John Surgery
“The procedure is expected to be completed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
MSN
August 2024
Jimmy Lambert Dealing With Shoulder Strain
“Lambert visited with Dr. Neal ElAttrache during spring training for a second opinion on his shoulder and was able to avoid surgery.”
New York Times
July 2024
Blue Jays top prospect Ricky Tiedemann to have Tommy John surgery
“Tiedemann will have a full ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction performed by renowned orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache on July 30.”
Sports Illustrated
July 2024
OKC Thunder Rookie Nikola Topic Undergoes Successful ACL Surgery
“The surgery was conducted by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at the Kerlan Jobe Institute in Los Angeles with Thunder medical personnel present.”
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Newser
July 2024
Among the Biggest Celebrities, This Doctor Is a Celebrity
“The biggest names in sports and the biggest names in Hollywood appear to have anointed one orthopedic surgeon the biggest name in medicine.”
Sports Illustrated
July 2024
Browns QB Deshaun Watson Continues Rehab While Vacationing
“Since suffering a glenoid fracture in his throwing shoulder, the 2017 first-round pick has since had surgery and slowly progressed through a very detailed rehab program established by team doctors and lead surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
The New Yorker
June 2024
The Doctor Tom Brady and Leonardo DiCaprio Call When They Get Hurt
“Neal ElAttrache, the surgeon to the stars of sport and screen, can fix anything.”
News18
June 2024
The Vampire Diaries Actress Nina Dobrev Shares What Happened After The Dirt Bike Accident
“‘Shout out to my surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache who not only fixed me up but has been incredible post op checking on me and making sure I’m rehabbing correctly.’”
Becker’s Spine Review
June 2024
42 celebrities Dr. Neal ElAttrache has operated on
Yahoo! Sports
June 2024
Orioles lose 2 more key pitchers to injuries: Bradish out for season and Coulombe until September
“Coulombe had bone chips removed from his pitching elbow Tuesday in Los Angeles by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the head physician for the Dodgers.”
ESPN
June 2024
Brewers sign ex-Dodgers RHP Elieser Hernandez to 1-year deal
“Hall had an MRI exam on May 27 and had a June 6 consultation in Los Angeles with Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the team said.”
CBS News
June 2024
Brewers' Robert Gasser: Receiving third opinion
“According to Hogg, Dr. Neal ElAttrache recommended surgery after examining Gasser's elbow Friday…”
Newsweek
May 2024
New York Yankees' Star Pitcher Suffers Long-Term Injury
“Schmidt had an MRI on Wednesday, saw Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Thursday…”
New York Times
May 2024
Dodgers starter Emmet Sheehan underwent Tommy John surgery: Source
“Sheehan underwent Tommy John surgery, a league source specified. Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the procedure in Los Angeles on Wednesday.”
Sports Illustrated
May 2024
San Francisco Giants Rookie Gets Troubling MRI Results
“Knowing that, the Giants are sending Lee to Los Angeles later this week to meet with shoulder specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache for a second opinion.”
CBS Sports
May 2024
Yankees' Lou Trivino: Hits snag in recovery process
“The right-hander's surgeon, Dr. Neal ElAttrache, performed imaging on Trivino, and nothing beyond inflammation was detected in his elbow.”
CBS Sports
May 2024
Pirates' Marco Gonzales: Clarity coming soon
“He has consulted with Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who ordered Gonzales to undergo additional testing.”
Sports Illustrated
May 2024
Former Padres Top Prospect Undergoes Tommy John Surgery, Won't Return Until 2025
“The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.”
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Detroit News
April 2024
Michigan safety Rod Moore has knee surgery: 'It all went great'
“My Michigan brothers, training staff, coaches, Friends, my parents, my family, fans, Dr ElAttrache and Elite Ortho.”
Becker’s Spine Review
April 2024
Dr. Neal ElAttrache to operate on Boston Red Sox shortstop
“Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story will travel to Los Angeles to undergo a season-ending shoulder surgery performed by Neal ElAttrache, MD…”
Redbird Rants
April 2024
A rise in elbow injuries has depleted the on-field product for MLB
“Several more have likely been performed without documentation, and plenty of other players opted for another procedure over having Tommy John Surgery. Dr. Frank Jobe, Dr. Lewis Yocum, Dr. Neal ElAttrache, and Dr. James Andrews are perhaps the most seasoned of surgeons for this procedure.”
Sports Illustrated
April 2024
Cleveland Guardians Ace Needs Season-Ending Tommy John Surgery
“Additional medical opinions from leading sports medicine physicians, Drs. Keith Meister and Neal ElAttrache, confirmed the diagnosis.”
NBC Sports
April 2024
Kings' Huerter has surgery, expected to be ready for start of next season
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the procedure on Huerter on Wednesday at the Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles.”
Becker’s Spine Review
March 2024
Why sports medicine requires a team approach
“Dr. ElAttrache has great humility when he stated that it hasn't changed that much in 50 years.”
MLB
March 2024
McLain has shoulder surgery; Reds hope for return this year
“Although it was initially thought to be a minor injury, he went for a second opinion on Monday in Los Angeles with Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
Yahoo! Sports
March 2024
Tre’Davious White’s Achilles surgery was done by Rams’ doctor
“Neal ElAttrache is one of the best-known surgeons in the country...”
CBS Sports
March 2024
J.K. Dobbins' surgeon tells teams RB is cleared for football activities, looks 'outstanding', per report
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who did the surgery on Dobbins' torn Achilles suffered during the Ravens' Week 1 win…”
BVM Sports
March 2024
Pirates’ Catcher Endy Rodríguez Excels Off the Field After Injury Setback
“A follow-up with Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed the procedure, should offer insight on his recovery…”
The Kansas City Star
March 2024
What the Kansas City Royals are saying following Asa Lacy’s Tommy John surgery
“The 24-year-old pitcher — a former No. 4 overall MLB Draft pick — was treated by the renowned Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
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Becker’s Spine Review
March 2024
Orthopedic surgeons see more teens needing Tommy John surgery
“‘The demands of the patients that we're doing it on have changed,’ Dr. ElAttrache told Becker's.”
ESPN
March 2024
Guardians reliever Trevor Stephan to undergo UCL reconstruction
“With the symptoms ongoing, it was determined by noted orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache…that Stephan's ulnar collateral ligament wasn't ‘providing adequate stability,’ the team said in a news release.”
Becker’s Spine Review
March 2024
From wartime to game time, Dr. Neal ElAttrache operates at the forefront of surgical advancement
Becker’s Spine Review
March 2024
Dr. Neal ElAttrache: Tommy John concept 'hasn't changed' much over last 50 years
Spectrum News
March 2024
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole to see specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache for additional tests on right elbow
“New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole traveled to Los Angeles on Wednesday to see specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache for additional tests on his right elbow.”
ESPN
March 2024
Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin to have season-ending surgery
“The surgery will be performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles next week, the team said.”
Sporting News
March 2024
Michael Penix injury history: Washington QB says NFL Combine medical exams came back looking 'good'
“That said, Penix told ESPN at the Senior Bowl that noted orthopedist Dr. Neal ElAttrache gave him a ‘thumbs up’ at a recent appointment.”
Sports Illustrated
February 2024
KC Chiefs DL Charles Omenihu Undergoes Successful ACL Surgery
“‘#Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu underwent successful surgery today to repair torn anterior cruciate ligament with procedure performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache and his medical team,’ Wilson wrote.”
Sports Illustrated
February 2024
Dodgers Top Prospect Expected to Miss 2024 Season With Injury
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache was the one who performed the surgery, and the Dodgers are hopeful that Frasso will be able to make a full recovery.”
Sports Illustrated
January 2024
Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson Undergoes Successful ACL Repair Surgery
“‘The surgery was led by Dr. Neal ElAttrache from the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles, CA,’ the Vikings said in a statement.”
The Tennessean
January 2024
Vanderbilt baseball freshman Ethan Robinson had Tommy John surgery, will miss 2024 season
“Couldn't be more thankful for Dr. (Neal) ElAttrache!”
The News-Herald
January 2024
Deshaun Watson on track to start for Browns in 2024 means no room for Joe Flacco
“He’s in great hands with Dr. (Neal) ElAttrache out there (in Los Angeles) in his rehab, he’s doing great.”
MMA Fighting
January 2024
Jon Jones undergoes elbow surgery, recovery time not expected to further delay UFC return
“‘Back out here in California with Dr. [Neal] ElAttrache, this time instead of doing a pec repair, we are working on my left elbow,’ Jones revealed on Instagram.”
Fox 59
December 2023
Colts’ Anthony Richardson: ‘Progressing faster than everyone thought’
“Richardson underwent surgery on Oct. 24 in Los Angeles with Dr. Neal ElAttrache handling the procedure.”
Los Angeles Times
December 2023
Meet Shohei Ohtani’s surgeon, who fixes sports’ biggest stars and saved his $700-million arm
“‘It’s not that I don’t think it’s a monumental day, a great day for the Dodgers and Los Angeles,’ ElAttrache told The Times this week.”
Trib Live
December 2023
Pirates catcher Endy Rodriguez to miss 2024 season after surgery on right elbow
“The Pirates said Rodriguez had multiple examinations before opting for surgery, which was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.”
ESPN
December 2023
Brewers finalize 1-year, $1.75M deal with pitcher Joe Ross
“He had his second Tommy John surgery on June 10, 2022, with Los Angeles Dodgers head team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
Washington Post
December 2023
Commanders LB Jamin Davis is out for the season with a shoulder injury
“Neal ElAttrache, an orthopedic surgeon in Los Angeles, will perform Davis’s surgery, a person with knowledge of the situation said.”
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Essentially Sports
December 2023
Kobe Bryant to Tom Brady – Celebrity Surgeon Spills the Beans on Star-Studded Patient List
“All this is thanks to Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the world-renowned surgeon who has previously worked with stars like Kobe Bryant and Tom Brady.”
ABC7
December 2023
Shohei Ohtani joining Dodgers on 10-year, $700M contract
“The man who performed it, Dodgers team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache, wrote in a statement that Ohtani would be ready to hit ‘without any restrictions come opening day of 2024’ and resume his role as a two-way player by 2025, but details of his procedure were elusive.”
Sports Illustrated
December 2023
Dodgers Team Staff Member Could Play a Factor in LA Landing Shohei Ohtani, Says MLB Network Insider
“MLB insider Jon Morosi believes that the Dodgers could have an advantage over other teams in their pursuit of Ohtani, simply due to who their team doctor is.”
Becker’s Spine
December 2023
5 surgeons on the cutting edge of orthopedics
“Neal ElAttrache, MD. Orthopedic Surgeon at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic (Los Angeles).”
ESPN
December 2023
Athletics' Ken Waldichuk undergoes elbow procedure
“The 25-year-old Waldichuk was first examined by Dr. Mike Freehill at Stanford and then also by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
CBS News
November 2023
Max Scherzer claims severity of pitcher injuries has increased due to pitch clock, cites famed doctors
“Not everyone is a fan and future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer says that the clock is causing more severe pitcher injuries, citing renowned surgeons Dr. Keith Meister and Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
CBS News
November 2023
QB Deshaun Watson to miss rest of season for Cleveland Browns with shoulder injury
“The team consulted with noted shoulder specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache before determining its course of action.”
Essentially Sports
November 2023
Dr. Neal ElAttrache Worked His Magic on Aaron Rodgers- 6 Other Athletes He Has Healed in 2023
“But, in stepped Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the super surgeon, and things were seemingly a bit brighter for the QB.”
Investor Times
November 2023
Neal ElAttrache Net Worth
“Neal ElAttrache is a highly renowned orthopedic surgeon who has made significant contributions to the medical field.”
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ESPN
November 2023
Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw has shoulder surgery, hopes to play
“The 35-year-old wrote in a social media post that the surgery with Dodgers head team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache was to repair the glenohumeral ligaments and his shoulder capsule.”
MMA Junkie
October 2023
Jon Jones addresses 'very sad situation' of UFC 295 injury withdrawal, apologizes to Stipe Miocic
“I want to thank the UFC for getting me into one of the best doctors in the country, Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
ABC News
October 2023
Jim Irsay says NFL 'admits' incorrect calls in Colts' loss
“A source told ESPN the surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the same surgeon who performed Achilles tendon repairs on late NBA great Kobe Bryant and New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers.”
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Star Tribune
October 2023
Twins DH Byron Buxton has knee surgery; Alex Kirilloff set for shoulder surgery
“Buxton consulted with Twins medical director Dr. Chris Camp and Los Angeles Dodgers team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache, among others; they thought the surgery was necessary.”
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AZ Central
October 2023
Phoenix Suns guard Damion Lee undergoes successful knee surgery on right meniscus
“Phoenix Suns wing Damion Lee underwent successful knee surgery on his right meniscus Wednesday in Los Angeles, the team announced. Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the surgery.”
The Atlantic
October 2023
When can Cam Rising return? Utah QB’s surgeon explains complex recovery from knee injury
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache, considered one of the premier orthopedic knee surgeons in the country, performed the surgery on Rising on Jan. 16.”
Yard Barker
October 2023
Utah QB Cam Rising makes major revelation about knee injury
“Rising said he is ahead of schedule, but he won’t play until the renowned Dr. Neal ElAttrache clears him.”
ESPN
October 2023
Manny Machado undergoes tendon surgery, Padres say
“The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles, the Padres said, and the expected recovery time is anywhere between four and six months, so he should be a full participant in spring training next year.”
Becker’s Spine Review
September 2023
Meet the surgeons who provide care for the 10 most popular MLB teams
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, is the head team physician for the Dodgers.
Los Angeles Times
September 2023
Shohei Ohtani has elbow procedure, expects to play next year and pitch in 2025
“The surgery was performed at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic in Los Angeles by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who had performed Ohtani’s 2018 UCL reconstruction, also known as Tommy John surgery.”
Becker’s Spine Review
September 2023
6 things to know about Dr. Neal ElAttrache
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, who recently operated on New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, has been a popular surgeon for professional athletes.”
Sportskeeda
September 2023
Who is Dr. ElAttrache, the surgeon who operated on Aaron Rodgers, Kobe Bryant and Tom Brady? Find out more
“What do NFL legends Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers and NBA great Kobe Bryant have in common? Apart from leaving a massive mark in the world of sports, they were all operated on by surgeon Neal ElAttrache.”
ESPN
September 2023
Jets QB Aaron Rodgers says surgery for torn Achilles 'went great'
“The four-time NFL MVP posted a photo and statement in an Instagram story the day after his surgery, which he said was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
Deseret News
September 2023
Brant Kuithe speaks about his injury rehab for first time this fall
“He had surgery to repair the ACL in October. The surgery was performed by Los Angeles-based doctor Neal ElAttrache…”
Deseret News
September 2023
Cam Rising’s return to game action is not up to Utah, but to his LA surgeon
“From Whittingham’s comments on Monday, it appears that the ‘ultimate’ decision on the senior’s return to action rests not with Utah’s medical staff, but with Rising’s ACL surgeon, Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
ABC News
September 2023
A 2nd Tommy John rehab could be tougher for Angels' Shohei Ohtani. But it's not a given
“Now 29, Ohtani had Tommy John surgery on Oct. 1, 2018, performed by Los Angeles Dodgers head team physician Neal ElAttrache.”
Becker’s Spine Review
August 2023
Dr. Neal ElAttrache to operate on Dodgers pitcher
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, is scheduled to perform Tommy John surgery on Tony Gonsolin of the Los Angeles Dodgers, the MLB said Aug. 28.”
Dodger Blue
August 2023
Dodgers Roster: Tyson Miller Claimed Off Waivers, Tony Gonsolin Transferred To 60-Day Injured List
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache recently examined Gonsolin’s balky elbow, and although Roberts didn’t yet have specifics of a diagnosis, he revealed surgery is a possibility.”
ABC News
August 2023
Angels Shohei Ohtani at DH vs. Mets; Phil Nevin details injury
“Now 29, Ohtani had Tommy John surgery on Oct. 1, 2018, performed by Los Angeles Dodgers head team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache. ”
Denver Sports
August 2023
Vlatko Cancar undergoes ACL surgery and a long recovery looms
“The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the same doctor who did the operation on Jamal Murray’s ACL.”
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Dodger Blue
August 2023
Dodgers News: Clayton Kershaw Experimenting With Changeup
“The Dodgers retained optimism that Kershaw would return after the All-Star break, but that was ruled out after he underwent an MRI on his shoulder and Dr. Neal ElAttrache recommended more time for rest.”
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Sports Illustrated
August 2023
Another Worrisome Injury Update on Tampa Bay Rays Ace Shane McClanahan
“Shane McClanahan will fly to LA on Sunday for a Monday appointment with Dr. Neal Elattrache…”
Becker's Spine Review
August 2023
6 surgeries Dr. Neal ElAttrache has performed in 2023
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles.”
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Becker's Spine Review
August 2023
Dr. Neal ElAttrache performs shoulder surgery on Oakland Athletics pitcher
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, operated on James Kaprielian, a pitcher for the Oakland Athletics, Aug. 2 at Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles.”
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CBS Sports
July 2023
Athletics' Richard Lovelady: Undergoing further evaluation
“Lovelady is slated to undergo further evaluation on his injured forearm with Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
MMA Junkie
July 2023
Jamahal Hill chooses orthopedic surgeon who repaired Kobe Bryant's ruptured Achilles tendon
“A key part of Hill’s journey is choosing who will repair his injury, and he has selected orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
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CBS Sports
July 2023
Yankees' Frankie Montas: Was shut down briefly with soreness
“Montas is slated to have a follow-up appointment with Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
Sports Illustrated
July 2023
Shoulder Injury to Keep Los Angeles Dodgers Ace Clayton Kershaw Out Until August
“Head team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache gave Kershaw the medical advice.”
Inquirer
July 2023
Phillies Andrew Painter underwent testing after feeling ‘elbow discomfort’
“The Phillies consulted multiple doctors — including orthopedic surgeon Neal ElAttrache — and came to the conclusion that Painter did not need ...”
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ESPN
June 2023
Dodgers' Dustin May needs elbow surgery again
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache will perform the procedure in Los Angeles.”
Heavy
June 2023
Insider Names Broncos WR to ‘Boost’ Russell Wilson for Bounce Back Season
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Seattle Times
June 2023
Mariners get bleak injury updates on Penn Murfee, Marco Gonzales
“Gonzales visited noted orthopedist Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Monday in Los Angeles.”
Sports Illustrated
June 2023
Houston Astros Starter McCullers Relieved About Outcome of Surgery
“The surgery, performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles took about three hours.”
Los Angeles Times
June 2023
J.C. Jackson on lost time with Chargers: ‘I still gotta prove ... I’m still Mr. INT’
“He had surgery — performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache — and missed the remainder of the season.”
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MLB
June 2023
Hendriks (elbow) has no structural damage; timeline is 'wait and see'
“The White Sox closer had a cortisone shot and will get a PRP injection from Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
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Los Angeles Times
June 2023
Brooks Koepka’s ‘gritty’ return to golf started with Dr. ElAttrache’s knee surgery
“On Sunday night, Koepka had dinner at the home of Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
June 2023
Pirates pitcher Vince Velasquez has season-ending surgery on ligament in right elbow
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the procedure, which Tomczyk described as a blend between a full reconstruction of the ulnar collateral ligament and a repair.”
YardBarker
May 2023
Mekhi Becton says Jets coaches to blame for injury after forced move to RT
“Even Becton’s surgeon, Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed the surgery on his right knee the season before…”
USA Today
May 2023
New York Yankees cut Aaron Hicks, owe struggling outfielder $27.6M
“Hicks had Tommy John surgery with Los Angeles Dodgers head team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache that Oct. 30.”
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The MAC Life
May 2023
‘I’ve never seen anyone work harder’: McGregor Forever
“The medical expert, Dr Neal Elattrache, advises McGregor to wear shin pads during training…”
Texas Monthly
May 2023
Meet the North Texas Maestro of Tommy John Surgery
“…Neal ElAttrache, is among the most sought-after orthopedic surgeons in pro sports, especially when it comes to elbow reconstruction, better known in baseball as Tommy John surgery.
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ESPN
May 2023
Daniel Espino, Guardians' top pitching prospect, out a year
“The Guardians said Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the surgery on Tuesday in Los Angeles to repair an anterior capsule in the 22-year-old Espino's shoulder.”
Sports Illustrated
May 2023
Yahoo! Life
April 2023
Andrew Vorhees’ surgeon sends update about his rehab to all 32 teams
“On the second day of the draft, Vorhees had his surgeon, Dr. Neal ElAttrache, send a letter to all 32 teams.”
Yahoo! Sports
April 2023
How Hooker's timeline to be cleared affects draft
“I think it was Dr. Neal Elattrache-- send a letter to all teams that he'll be cleared by the first weekend of the NFL season.”
ESPN
April 2023
Bengals' La'el Collins feels 'great' but no timetable for return
“Collins said he underwent surgery in January at the hands of Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the famed surgeon who also repaired torn ligaments in Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow’s left knee.”
SportsNet
April 2023
Royals pitcher Kris Bubic to undergo Tommy John surgery
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache will perform the procedure in Los Angeles.”
AP News
April 2023
Brewers’ Mitchell could miss rest of season due to shoulder
“Mitchell said he will visit Los Angeles Dodgers head team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache for a consultation.”
NBC Sports
April 2023
Chidobe Awuzie’s ACL rehab has him on track to return for season opener
“Bengals cornerback Chidobe Awuzie underwent surgery on his right knee in mid-November as Dr. Neal ElAttrache repaired Awuzie’s torn anterior cruciate ligament.”
KNBR
April 2023
Roberto Pérez out for season after rotator cuff surgery
“The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.”
Yahoo! Sports
April 2023
Rams doctor told Odell Beckham Jr. he didn’t have an ACL when he signed in 2021
“That’s what team doctor Neal ElAttrache told Beckham when he signed with Los Angeles.”
The Palm Beach Post
April 2023
The Masters: What Brooks Koepka has in common with Kobe Bryant and Tom Brady
“Neal ElAttrache, a renowned American orthopedic surgeon and the physician for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Rams, performed Koepka's surgery after the Jupiter golfer shattered his kneecap.”
YardBarker
March 2023
Houston Astros Starter McCullers Jr. Provides Update on Elbow Soreness
“Following an MRI performed a week later, Dr. Neal ElAttrache -- who performed the right-handers' Tommy John surgery in 2019 -- confirmed the diagnosis of a strained forearm muscle.”
CBS News
March 2023
Phillies: Andrew Painter has UCL sprain in right elbow
“Painter wanted a second opinion from Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
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Dodgers Nation
March 2023
Gavin Lux Update: Dodgers Shortstop Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery
“The surgery was performed in Los Angeles by the renowned Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
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Last Word On Sports
March 2023
Chargers Draft Target Receives Encouraging Medical Update
“He had surgery from Dr. Neal ElAttrache last season, was full go in Mobile, then took a similar hit to what originally caused it.”
Becker’s Spine Review
February 2023
Dr. Neal ElAttrache to perform knee surgery on Los Angeles Dodgers' infielder
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, is set to perform knee surgery on Gavin Lux, a shortstop for Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Dodgers.”
Sports Illustrated
February 2023
Phillies First Baseman Hoskins Opens Up About Offseason Surgery
“Orthopedist Neal ElAttrache performed the surgery, the team disclosed Sunday.”
Dodgers MLB Blogs
February 2023
Buehler’s experience with the climb has him positive and prepared for what’s ahead
“I rehabbed in 12 months to the day the first time, and in talking to Dr. Neal ElAttrache and kind of what actually was going on in my elbow, I don’t think it’s unrealistic.”
Sports Illustrated
February 2023
Does Ex Titans OT Taylor Lewan Want To Sign With Rams?
“I think LA would be cool because (Neal) ElAttrache is their doctor…”
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New York Post
February 2023
Yankees’ Frankie Montas could be back by August after shoulder surgery
“Montas had his labrum ‘cleaned up’ during the procedure, according to manager Aaron Boone, but Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed the surgery, did not have to touch the right-hander’s rotator cuff.”
Becker’s Spine Review
February 2023
Dr. Neal ElAttrache performs knee surgery on Cincinnati Bengals player
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, performed knee surgery on Jonah Williams, an offensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals in the National Football League.“
Cincy Jungle
February 2023
Bengals’ Jonah Williams, Joseph Ossai undergo offseason surgeries
“The procedure was done by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the same doctor who surgically repaired Joe Burrow's torn ACL back in 2020.”
New York Post
February 2023
Yankees’ Frankie Montas could miss 2023 season with shoulder surgery
“After another shutdown, he consulted noted orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who cleared him to start throwing again…”
Deseret News
February 2023
Utah Utes QB Cam Rising reveals injury. Will he be ready for the 2023 season?
“Rising said his surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who has performed ACL surgeries on many high-profile athletes in the country…”
Los Angeles Times
January 2023
Medically speaking, Patrick Mahomes’ injured ankle swells optimism for Chiefs vs. Bengals
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache, team physician for the Rams, said it’s increasingly common to surgically repair high-ankle sprains.”
Cubs Insider
January 2023
Cubs Sign Hard-Throwing RHP Jordan Holloway to Minors Deal
“That issue was alleviated by renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache in September and Holloway should be at a full go when camp opens.”
The Philadelphia Inquirer
January 2023
Bryce Harper return gets a tentative timeline, and more Phillies news
“Bryce Harper underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow in November by Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.”
NBC Sports
January 2023
Correa finally addresses 'shocking' Giants, Mets ankle concerns
“Sports medicine specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache told him his ankle was great…”
Newsday
December 2022
MLB report: Michael Conforto, Giants in agreement on two-year deal
“Conforto had surgery performed in April by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
Sportsnaut
November 2022
MLB insider details Bryce Harper’s injury, when Philadelphia Phillies star will return in 2023
“On Nov. 23, the club announced that Harper underwent Tommy John surgery performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
Ballys Sports
November 2022
Zubac scores 31, pulls down 29 boards; Clippers beat Pacers
“The procedure was performed Wednesday by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles.”
ESPN
November 2022
Sources: Odell Beckham Jr. hopes to sign by end of November
“Beckham also is nearly ready to play, as Dr. Neal ElAttrache -- the doctor who performed the surgery on his injured knee -- is prepared to clear him for all activities.”
The Detroit News
November 2022
Wolverines QB Cade McNamara ready to return 'better than ever' after leg surgery
“McNamara credits Dr. Neal ElAttrache, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles.”
CBS News
November 2022
Phillies slugger Harper to get elbow checked next week
“Harper, who turned 30 in October, will meet with prominent orthopedist Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Monday to have his torn ulnar collateral ligament examined.”
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Sports Illustrated
November 2022
Dodgers News: Blake Treinen Could Be Heading Toward Surgery
“When Treinen was talking about miracles two months ago, he said team physican Dr. Neal ElAttrache had originally said his torn shoulder capsule would require season-ending surgery.”
Los Angeles Times
November 2022
Tom Brady makes best (drive) of bad situation in Tampa’s comeback win over Rams
“And then there was Rams team physician Neal ElAttrache, who was walking from the visitors sideline when Brady threw that record-breaking pass…”
Billboard
October 2022
Finneas Reveals He Is Recovering From Surgery After Severe Electric Bike Accident: ‘I’m Feeling Great’
“I want to give an enormous thank you to Dr. Brian Lee who performed the surgery, Dr. Neal Elattrache and everyone at Kerlan Jobe for their incredible treatment I feel so privileged to have received.”
Sportskeeda
October 2022
VIDEO: Francis Ngannou reminisces box jumping skills from pre-surgery days
“Ngannou's surgery was performed by renowned orthopedist Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
Golf Channel
October 2022
After first LIV win, Brooks Koepka reveals big health update
“Credit to Dr. [Neal] ElAttrache; throw his name out there.”
Sports Illustrated
October 2022
Utes Brant Kuithe posts positive message following ACL injury
“Kuithe shared that he is being taken care of by Dr. Neal Elattrache, an orthopedic surgeon and the head physician for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Rams.”
USA Today
October 2022
Yanks' Holmes likely out until Division Series; Britton hurt
“A two-time All-Star, Britton was operated on by Los Angeles Dodgers team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Sept. 8 last year.”
ABC News
September 2022
New York Jets QB Zach Wilson medically cleared, will start against Pittsburgh Steelers
“On Aug. 16, he underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee in Los Angeles, performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
Bleacher Report
September 2022
Druw Jones, Diamondbacks' Top Draft Pick, to Undergo Surgery on Shoulder Injury
“Jones will have an arthroscopic posterior labral repair procedure done by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.”
MLB
September 2022
Daulton Jefferies medical update
“The procedure was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at the Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute.”
Sportz Mode
September 2022
What Is the Condition of The Rams’ Running Back Cam Akers’ Injury?
“In the hopes of a speedy recovery, Akers underwent surgery performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
ESPN
September 2022
Suspended Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. has surgery on torn labrum in left shoulder
“The surgery was performed in Los Angeles by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the team physician for the Dodgers and the NFL's Rams.”
49ers Webzone
September 2022
John Lynch denies rumor that he told teams 49ers had offer of 2 second-round picks for Jimmy Garoppolo
“Jimmy and Dr. [Neal] ElAttrache and everybody made the decision that he needed something that we thought was going to just be a rest and rehab.”
AP News
August 2022
Britton pitches in minors in return from Tommy John surgery
“Los Angeles Dodgers head team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache operated on Sept. 8 to reconstruct the UCL in his left elbow and remove a bone chip.”
AOL
August 2022
A fifth Marlins pitcher set to undergo Tommy John surgery. And more injury updates
“Bender traveled with the Marlins to Los Angeles, where they begin a three-game series against the Dodgers on Friday, and met with Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who recommended the surgery.”
MLB
August 2022
Skubal undergoes flexor tendon surgery
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the procedure Wednesday at his practice in Los Angeles.”
ABC News
August 2022
New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson's right knee surgery deemed a success, sources say
“They were optimistic that was the extent of the damage, but they refrained from any definitive statements until the arthroscopy, which was performed in Los Angeles by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
Sports Illustrated
August 2022
Dodgers Lose Walker Buehler To Season-Ending Elbow Surgery
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache recommended surgery, which he will perform.”
New York Jets
August 2022
Jets QB Zach Wilson on His Way to L.A.; Knee Procedure Scheduled for Tuesday
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache will handle Wilson's surgery.”
Detroit Sports Nation
August 2022
Detroit Tigers: Tarik Skubal’s Season Ending Changes Future
“Skubal is going to see Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Monday.”
Clutch Points
August 2022
Russel Wilson speaks out on injured Broncos receiver
“Broncos WR Tim Patrick had surgery Monday in LA to repair his torn ACL per source. Surgery by the renowned Dr. Neal ElAttrache was deemed a success. ”
CBS Sports
August 2022
Diamondbacks' Druw Jones: Needs shoulder surgery
“Jones and the Diamondbacks made the decision to have the No. 2 overall pick in July's first-year player draft go under the knife after he recently received a second opinion on his shoulder from Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
MLB
August 2022
Max Meyer to undergo Tommy John surgery Aug. 9
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache will perform the procedure in Los Angeles.”
CBS Sports
July 2022
Pirates' Blake Cederlind: Slated for further examination
“A better timetable for Cederlind's return could come into focus following his meeting with Dr. ElAttrache.”
Sports Illustrated
July 2022
Jimmy Garoppolo Reportedly Will be Fully Cleared by mid-August
“Jimmy Garoppolo saw Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the respected surgeon who did his surgery to repair a torn capsule in his throwing shoulder earlier in this offseason.”
The Athletic
July 2022
Padres stay on trend by drafting high school righty Dylan Lesko
“Lesko, who wielded a mid-90s fastball before injuring his elbow, underwent an April 26 surgery performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
The Athletic
July 2022
Jimmy Garoppolo’s been throwing for 2 to 3 weeks; what comes next for 49ers QB?
“His March surgery was performed by Los Angeles orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who has a strong track record with the 49ers.”
New York Post
July 2022
Kumar Rocker had shoulder surgery after Mets deal fell apart
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the procedure…”
Los Angeles Times
June 2022
Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler hopeful of returning this season
“Buehler also told reporters he had a bone spur removed from his elbow on Monday in an arthroscopic operation performed by team physician Neal ElAttrache.”
The Washington Post
June 2022
Stephen Strasburg’s rib injury, related to 2021 surgery, sends him to IL
“Strasburg, who’s officially on the 15-day IL, will visit orthopedic specialist Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.”
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Yanks Go Yard
June 2022
Wild Zack Britton injury update explains potential expedited return to Yankees
“Britton underwent left elbow surgery on Sept. 8, a procedure that used suture tape — an alternative to Tommy John surgery — and was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.”
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CBS Sports
June 2022
Blue Jays' Hyun Jin Ryu: Expected to miss significant time
“Ryu's forearm strain and elbow inflammation were already expected to sideline him for multiple weeks, and he's slated to visit Dr. Neal ElAttrach…”
CBS Sports
June 2022
Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed: Facing shutdown
“However, he's apparently dealing with a shoulder issue and will meet with Dr. Neal ElAttrache to determine the next steps in his rehab process.”
The Washington Post
June 2022
Nationals’ Joe Ross will have Tommy John surgery for a second time
“Now he’s set to have the surgery performed by Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.”
ESPN
May 2022
Chicago Bulls' Zach Lavine has successful left knee surgery; full recovery expected
“LaVine flew to Los Angeles just before the All-Star break to visit Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed LaVine's ACL surgery in 2017 and Tuesday's procedure.”
ClutchPoints
May 2022
Cardinals lose All-Star reliever to season-ending injury
“After seeing Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles, it's determined Reyes will need surgery to address pain in his throwing shoulder.”
USA Today
May 2022
Phils' Harper small elbow tear; can hit, no throw for month
“The small tear in Harper’s ulnar collateral ligament was revealed during a visit with Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles earlier in the day.”
Becker’s Spine Review
May 2022
10 orthopedic changemakers
“Dr. ElAttrache is a recognized leader and researcher in sports medicine.”
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The Athletic
April 2022
RHP Dylan Lesko, projected top pitcher in 2022 MLB Draft, undergoes Tommy John surgery: Source
“The elbow reconstruction surgery was performed by go-to surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
ESPN
April 2022
Agent says free-agent outfielder Michael Conforto had surgery on shoulder, will be ready for 2023
“Boras confirmed late Saturday night in a text message to The Associated Press that Conforto had surgery last week performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
Yardbarker
April 2022
Red Sox pitching prospect Bryan Mata nearing return from Tommy John surgery
“Mata, who turns 23 next month, underwent
Tommy John surgery last April after slightly tearing the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow during spring training. The procedure was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
NBA
April 2022
Oklahoma City Thunder Medical Update
“Oklahoma City Thunder guard Vít Krejčí underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure on his left knee, the team announced today.
The procedure was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache…”
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White Cleat Beat
March 2022
Stephen Piscotty continuing to battle shoulder issues
“Piscotty had initially headed to see Dr. Neal ElAttrache about his shoulder..."
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MLB
March 2022
'Unfinished business' lured Duffy back to LA
“Danny Duffy sat inside Dr. Neal ElAttrache’s office last October, preparing for the worst."
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Dodger Blue
March 2022
Los Angeles Dodgers Coaching Staff Unchanged For 2022 Season
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache is beginning his 16th season as the Dodgers’ head team physician."
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MMA Fighting
March 2022
Francis Ngannou undergoes successful knee surgery from same doctor who worked on Conor McGregor, Georges St-Pierre
“As for the surgeon who repaired Ngannou’s leg, Dr. Neal ElAttrache is a famed orthopedist working out of Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles with an extensive history of working with high-profile athletes."
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch
March 2022
Cardinals throw rotation derby ‘wide open’ as Flaherty has shoulder inflammation treated, will start on IL
“Addressing the inflammation within the shoulder joint was the focus of Friday’s procedure, which was overseen by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the Dodgers’ team doctor."
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theScore
March 2022
Astros' McCullers won't start season on time due to injury setback
“During the offseason, McCullers had his arm examined by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who confirmed there were no issues with his ulnar collateral ligament."
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49ers Webzone
March 2022
49ers’ Jimmy Garoppolo expected to be fully cleared for training camp ... somewhere
“On Tuesday, quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo underwent shoulder surgery, performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, a specialist who serves as the head physician of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Rams."
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NBA
March 2022
Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Update
“The procedure was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at the Kerlan Jobe Institute in Los Angeles, with Thunder medical personnel present."
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KNBR
March 2022
John Lynch says Javon Kinlaw has made ‘tremendous gains’ in rehab
“General manager John Lynch said at the time that Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed the surgery, was confident the problem had been found and sorted."
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Bleacher Nation
February 2022
The Latest on Zach LaVine’s Knee: Some Good, Some Bad, Some Grey
“LaVine said that his knee feels great after his visit with the same Los Angeles area specialist that performed his ACL surgery in February 2017 (Dr. Neal ElAttrache) and that skipping the last three games before the break was part of a plan to ensure that he was OK for the second-half of the season."
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Newsday
February 2022
Mets' top pitching prospect Matt Allan in no rush to pitch anytime soon
“The nerve transposition came about after a January check-in with his surgeon, Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the head team physician for the Dodgers."
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Detroit Free Press
February 2022
Detroit Tigers camp: Franklin Perez throws a baseball; what's a core velocity belt?
“He underwent right shoulder surgery on May 12, performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles."
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WIREFAX
February 2022
Bulls’ LaVine was allowed to participate in All-Star festivities
“On February 14, 2017, Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed surgery to repair his ACL in Los Angeles.”
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24/7 Sports
February 2022
Kyler Murray, Arizona Cardinals at odds over leadership qualities, NFL insider says
“I was talking to Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who did Joe Burrow’s surgery. He was telling me that the greatest thing he saw from Joe Burrow during rehab is that he empowered all the trainers and people working with him to think that they were so important that they had to do their absolute best to help him rehab.”
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The Washington Post
February 2022
Bulls G LaVine to meet with doctors about left knee soreness
“He had his ACL repaired by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles on Feb. 14, 2017.”
NFL
February 2022
Surgeon details Bengals QB Joe Burrow's recovery from knee procedure
“‘The thing you saw towards November and December was what everybody had seen at LSU -- that he could run,’ said Dr. Neal ElAttrache of Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, who performed the operation on Burrow.”
Bleacher Report
February 2022
Joe Burrow on Recovery from Knee Injury: 'I'm Starting to Finally Feel Like Myself'
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed the surgery, told NFL Network's Ian Rapaport that it became evident in November and December that Burrow was much closer to full strength than when the season began…”
NFL Trade Rumors
February 2022
Super Bowl LVI Notes: Joe Burrow, Bengals, Rams, Aaron Donald
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed the surgery on Burrow, said it’s clear the second-year passer is a lot more mobile than he was to start the season.”
The Hamden Journal
February 2022
LA Rams Captain is now the oldest player in the NFL. He follows a strict diet based on blood tests to stay in peak condition as he ages.
“Whitworth was determined to stay the course, and followed Brady’s example by adopting a strict lifestyle regimen to extend his career, according to Rams’ head physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
Yahoo News
February 2022
LA Rams captain is now the oldest player in the NFL. He follows a strict diet based on blood tests to stay in peak condition as he ages.
“‘He said that this is the best shape he's ever been in,’ ElAttrache said of Whitworth. ‘He's very conscious of what he eats and how he takes care of himself. And if he wasn't in that kind of maintained physical condition, there's no way he could do what he's doing at 40. You saw that with Tom Brady.’”
The Athletic
February 2022
‘His humanity speaks for itself’: Rams’ Andrew Whitworth comes full circle with Bengals, Joe Burrow and career of caring
“ElAttrache said he knew just the person Burrow should meet: Whitworth, who was also recovering from a knee injury that sidelined him through much of the regular season.”
New York Post
February 2022
Rams’ Cam Akers defies injury odds for this Super Bowl shot
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache, a Los Angeles-based surgeon who lists Tom Brady and the late Kobe Bryant as his former patients, performed the surgery less than a week after the injury took place and Akers immediately began the rehab process.”
Business Insider India
February 2022
LA Rams players use step-tracking monitors to tailor their workouts so they know when to go harder or go easy, team doctor says
“The Los Angeles-based Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who started his career with the Rams in the late 80s and became the team's head physician in 2016, he says tracking every players’ number of steps throughout the day has been key for injury prevention.”
Insider
February 2022
Joe Burrow trained with the LA Rams' doctor and captain last summer to come back from a season-ending injury. Now he might beat them in the Super Bowl.
“But he may not have been in this position if it weren't for two critical figures in the Rams organization: head physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache and offensive captain Andrew Whitworth.”
New York Post
February 2022
Bengals’ Joe Burrow has put his knee injury behind him
“Rams team physician Neal ElAttrache was Burrow’s surgeon 14 months ago.”
Bengals Wire
February 2022
Joe Burrow says Andrew Whitworth played big role in his rehab
“Burrow handled much of his rehab out west after Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the operation. Funnily enough, now he’ll be on the opposite sideline of ElAttrache, the Rams’ head doctor, during the Super Bowl.”
Sports Illustrated
February 2022
Inside The Dodgers
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache the team physician, truly believes that Kershaw will continue to throw.”
Bengals
February 2022
Mike Brown Meets The Rams Again For Another NFL Championship
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the Rams orthopedic surgeon, repaired Burrow's torn ACL 14 months ago.”
Dodgers Nation
February 2022
Dodgers: LA Team Physician Thinks Clayton Kershaw Will Pitch in 2022
“The Dodgers team physician, Dr. Neal ElAttrache, doesn’t believe it was Kershaw’s final game.”
Becker’s Spine Review
January 2022
Meet the team physicians behind this year's Super Bowl matchup
“Neal ElAttrache, MD, is the head team physician for the Rams and works at Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles. He's also the head team physician for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Additionally, he serves as an orthopedic consultant for Los Angeles Kings, Los Angeles Lakers and Anaheim Ducks.”
Bloody Elbow
January 2022
UFC champ Francis Ngannou headed for surgery, likely out for ‘9 to 10 months’
“Martin confirmed that the procedure will be performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the same doctor who worked on both Conor McGregor and Georges St-Pierre for their respective ACL surgeries.”
ESPN
January 2022
Portland Trail Blazers' Cody Zeller expected to miss 8-to-10 weeks after knee surgery
“Zeller had the procedure in Los Angeles with Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
MMA Fighting
January 2022
Francis Ngannou to undergo knee surgery, recovery likely in ‘9 to 10 months’
“According to Martin, the surgery will be performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who is a well-known orthopedic surgeon while also serving as the lead physician for teams such as the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Rams.”
Sporting News
January 2022
What happened to Cam Akers? How Rams RB made remarkable recovery from Achilles injury to play in playoffs
“Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed surgery on Akers and repaired the tendon in such a way that the Rams running back could get moving early.”
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Los Angeles Times
January 2022
How is Cam Akers even playing? The major factors that sped up his Achilles recovery
“As miraculous as this feels, ElAttrache insisted there was nothing supernatural about Akers’ comeback. ‘I don’t want to come off as this mad scientist magician,’ ElAttrache said with a self-effacing chuckle.”
Niners Nation
December 2021
Gold Standard: Can Nick Bosa cement his case for Defensive Player of the Year tonight?
“Earlier this month, Eric Branch spoke with Bosa’s surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache and found out the grim details. According to ElAttrache, Bosa required an ACL reconstruction, suffered a torn MCL and a torn lateral meniscus, 'which was sort of dislocated out of his knee.'"
Sportskeeda
December 2021
Kobe Bryant and Tom Brady's former doctor likens LA Rams player to the two sporting icons
“ElAttrache, a team doctor, described Kupp as being similar in his approach as Bryant and Brady were. At the time of ElAttrache's talk, the Rams were gearing up for a Super Bowl and Kupp was recovering from a knee injury."
Basketball Network
December 2021
Take That For Data
The mind-blowing Science behind Klay Thompson’s Return
“One of the things Dr. ElAttrache does is a full biomechanical assessment. He works with a physical therapist; they use cameras to look at body control. The trunk, hip, knee – are the angles where they should be when he’s landing, when he’s changing direction. Stephania Bell, NBA Today”
Sports Illustrated
December 2021
Edmonds Activated, Expected to Play Sunday; Alford, Hopkins on Reserve/Injured
“Hopkins was in Los Angeles for the surgery. That jibes with reports that L.A.-based Dr. Neal ElAttrache would do the surgery.”
Sports Illustrated
December 2021
Report: Hopkins to Undergo Knee Surgery
“The surgery is ‘tentatively’ scheduled for Friday, according to Anderson, and Dr. Neal ElAttrache will perform it.”
ESPN
December 2021
Sources: Arizona Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins expected to miss rest of regular season with knee sprain
“Hopkins is seeking a second opinion with Dr. Neal ElAttrache.”
MLB Trade Rumors
December 2021
Lance McCullers Jr. “About A Month” Away From Throwing
"McCullers revealed that an MRI taken within the last two weeks didn’t show any damage, and Dr. Neal ElAttrache indicated that the graft McCullers received during his November 2018 Tommy John surgery is still in good condition."
TMZ Sports
December 2021
Aaron Rodgers meets famous Sports Doc in L.A. ... 2.5 Hour Visit
"The Green Bay quarterback arrived at the Kerlan Jobe offices Friday morning ... where he was greeted by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in the parking lot."
San Francisco Chronicle
December 2021
Nick Bosa’s surgeon on 49ers’ DE’s remarkable recovery: ‘You can’t tell which knee it was’
"ElAttrache, the team physician for the Rams and Dodgers, got to know both men and gained a deeper appreciation for the dedication, sacrifice and mental grit that’s required to perform at a legendary level — and to regain that standard after a major injury."
The Detroit News
November 2021
Emotional Boyd officially bids farewell; Tigers bring back 8 arbitration-eligible players
"Before the surgery, Boyd sought the opinions of several specialists, including Dr. Keith Meister and Dr. Neal Elattrache and both determined that his ulnar collateral ligament was clean."
How Leaders Lead with David Novak
November 2021
Don't Chase Passion, Chase This Instead with Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache
"Dr. Neal ElAttrache is a renowned American orthopedic surgeon best known as the Lead Physician for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Rams — as well as his patents and innovation in sports medicine..."
CBS Sports
November 2021
Saints' Jameis Winston: Avoids surgery for MCL sprain
"Dr. Neal ElAttrache and his medical team determined that the quarterback's MCL would heal on its own without a repair being necessary."
Becker's Spine Review
November 2021
7 sports medicine updates
"Neal ElAttrache, MD, operated on New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston's knee Nov. 12."
49ers
November 2021
Joint Statement from Dr. Tim McAdams, Dr. Neal ElAttrache and the 49ers Medical Staff on Javon Kinlaw
"49ers defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw recently underwent successful surgery to repair his right knee."
MSN Sports
November 2021
49ers DL Javon Kinlaw underwent ACL reconstruction
"On Friday the club issued a joint statement with Dr. Tim McAdam and Dr. Neal ElAttrache about the procedure:.."
49ers WebZone
November 2021
49ers release joint statement on Javon Kinlaw, reveal defender underwent ACL reconstruction
"Today, the 49ers medical staff, Dr. Tim McAdams, and Dr. Neal ElAttrache released the following joint statement..."
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NBC Sports
November 2021
Javon Kinlaw had ACL reconstruction surgery
"Javon Kinlaw’s season-ending surgery last week was for reconstruction of his anterior cruciate ligament, the team announced in a joint statement with Dr. Neal ElAttrache."
The Score
October 2021
Astros' McCullers won't pitch in World Series
"McCullers said Dr. Neal ElAttrache saw his MRI and thinks there is nothing wrong with his UCL."
San Antonio Express News
October 2021
Lance McCullers Jr. won't pitch in World Series
"Renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache reviewed McCullers’ MRI and told the pitcher he 'doesn’t believe there is anything wrong with the UCL.' McCullers underwent Tommy John surgery in Nov. 2018."
News4Jax
September 2021
Yankees' Taillon out with ankle tear, Britton has TJ surgery
"The procedure, performed Wednesday in Los Angeles by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, officially ends Britton’s 2021 season and jeopardizes all of next year, as well."
NJ
September 2021
Yankees’ Zack Britton undergoes Tommy John surgery | What it means
"The procedure, performed Wednesday in Los Angeles by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, officially ends Britton’s 2021 season and jeopardizes all of next year, as well."
Baltimore Ravens
September 2021
News & Notes: John Harbaugh Explains How Injuries Happened
"Dobbins had successful ACL surgery Tuesday morning from Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who is the Los Angeles Rams' and Dodgers' head team physician."
Post Gazette
August 2021
‘Last year was hell’: Inside Blake Cederlind’s path to Tommy John surgery
“'[Dr. ElAttrache] told me that it was just hanging by a thread,' Cederlind explained."
North Jersey
August 2021
Yankees' Zack Britton headed for season-ending elbow surgery to remove second bone chip
"Dr. Neal ELAttrache will perform the surgery Sept. 8, in Los Angeles, at which time he’ll also determine how to proceed with the UCL injury."
The Morning Call
August 2021
The now-stacked Yankees add Corey Kluber back into the mix
“'He’s with (orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Neal) ElAttrache as we speak,' Boone revealed Monday. 'They’ll be back at some point tonight and we’ll have a better idea what the course of action for Zack is.'”
Pocono Record
August 2021
LHP Zack Britton (left shoulder strain)
"Due to visit Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles on Monday, with the possibility of season-ending surgery on the table. "
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
July 2021
Ronald Acuna undergoes knee surgery Wednesday
"Dr. Neal S. ElAttrache performed the procedure in Los Angeles. ElAttrache, considered one of the nation’s top sports doctors, is the head physician for the Dodgers and Rams."
ESPN
July 2021
Atlanta Hawks' Onyeka Okongwu out about 6 months after shoulder surgery
"Renowned surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache of Kerlan-Jobe performed the procedure on Okongwu in Los Angeles."
MLB
July 2021
Notes: d'Arnaud's progress; lineup shuffle
"There was also an update on Ronald Acuña Jr., who is sidelined for the remainder of the season. Acuña underwent surgery on Wednesday in Los Angeles -- performed by Dr. Neal S. ElAttrache -- to repair the ACL in his right knee."
ESPN
July 2021
Conor McGregor confident he will 'come back better than ever' after successful, three-hour leg surgery
"His physicians included Dr. Neal ElAttrache from [Kerlan-Jobe], Conor's long time orthopedist, and trauma surgeon Dr. Milton Little from Cedars-Sinai. Both doctors are confident that with time he will make a full recovery. We anticipate his return to the octagon.'"
ESPN
June 2021
Ohtani goes into HR Derby mode as Angels rout Tigers
"Shohei Ohtani celebrated his appointment to next month's All-Star Home Run Derby. Meanwhile, Tigers: LHP Matthew Boyd was diagnosed with muscular tendonitis, according to manager A.J. Hinch, after an examination by elbow specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles."
M Live
June 2021
Tigers’ Matthew Boyd won’t pitch for at least next month
"Boyd visited with orthopaedics sports medicine specialist Dr. Neal S. ElAttrache while the Tigers were in Los Angeles and Hinch said he’s consulted with several other doctors."
ABC
June 2021
Manning hungry for more after Tigers debut
"Matthew Boyd, who left his last start with an arm injury, will meet with Dr. Neal ElAttrache while Detroit is on the West Coast, Hinch said."
Bleacher Report
June 2021
Joe Burrow Has 'Cleared Pretty Much Every Hurdle' in Rehab from Knee Injury
"Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed the knee surgery, told ESPN's Adam Schefter in May that Burrow is 'on track for full go for start of the season.'"
TSN
June 2021
Raptors' Siakam has shoulder surgery, out 5 months
"The Raptors said the injury occurred on May 8 against the Memphis Grizzlies. The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles."
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
June 2021
De’Andre Hunter to have surgery; out for rest of postseason
"Hunter was experiencing swelling in his knee and underwent an MRI that showed a new small tear of the lateral meniscus. Per the team, the MRI was sent to Dr. Neal ElAttrache of Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles for a second opinion, and Wednesday he confirmed the tear and recommended surgery."
ABC
June 2021
New York Giants RB Saquon Barkley 'doing well' in ACL rehab, unsure of status for start of season
"I'm doing pretty well. Just taking one day at a time...still in conversations with Dr. ElAttrache," says Barkley.
TribLive
June 2021
Pirates pitching prospect Jose Soriano could need 2nd Tommy John surgery
"Pirates director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk said the club is in the process of setting up an appointment with Dr. Neal ElAttrache of the Cedars-Sinai Kerlan Jobe Institute."
The Columbus Dispatch
June 2021
Brooks Koepka on his quarrel with Bryson DeChambeau: 'It's getting golf in front of people'
“It feels probably better than ever,” [Koepka] said...I know Dr. (Neal) ElAttrache is very pleased."
MLB
June 2021
RHP: Jose Soriano (Tommy John surgery)
"The Pirates’ medical team found that Jose Soriano has new damage to his reconstructed UCL. They are sending him for a second opinion from Dr. Neal ElAttrache."
SPECTRUM SPORTSNET
May 2021
Backstage: Dodgers 808
"Dustin May and his fiancee, Amelia Trautner, visit the hospital for pre-op meeting before Tommy John surgery in the morning. Tony Gonsolin reflects on his feelings of isolation while rehabbing at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona."
Dodger Insider
May 2021
Edwin Ríos to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery
"The surgery will be performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles. Ríos is expected to be ready for competition at Spring Training next year."
MLB
May 2021
'A big blow': Phenom May set for TJ surgery
"Dustin May was in the early goings of a breakout season, but that will all have to be put on hold as the Dodgers’ young star is set to undergo Tommy John surgery that will end his 2021 season. The surgery will be performed in Los Angeles on May 11 by Dr. Neal ElAttrache."
ESPN
April 2021
San Diego Padres' Adrian Morejon has Tommy John surgery
"San Diego Padres left-hander Adrian Morejon had Tommy John surgery on Tuesday. The operation was performed by Dr. Neal S. ElAttrache, head physician for the Los Angeles Dodgers."
CBS Sports
April 2021
Warriors rookie James Wiseman will miss rest of season after surgery to repair torn meniscus in right knee
"Wiseman underwent successful surgery today at the Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles to repair a right meniscal tear. The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache..."
The Seattle Times
April 2021
Mariners pitcher James Paxton to have season-ending surgery on his left elbow
"The decision seemed inevitable for James Paxton. And a second opinion from Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Beverly Hills provided verification for the end of his 2021 season."
Los Angeles Times
April 2021
Brooks Koepka misses the cut at Masters after recent knee surgery
"I’ve never seen anyone recover this fast,” said Dr. Neal ElAttrache, team orthopedic surgeon for the Rams and Dodgers who performed the surgery and is staying in Augusta with Koepka this week to monitor the knee."
MLB
April 2021
Bryan Mata undergoes successful Tommy John surgery
"Red Sox minor league right-handed pitcher Bryan Mata underwent successful Tommy John surgery on his right elbow yesterday. The procedure was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at the Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles, CA."
ESPN
March 2021
Trevor Lawrence happy with shoulder progress two weeks after surgery
"Lawrence had surgery Feb. 16 to repair damage to the labrum in his left shoulder. The procedure was performed by renowned surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache."
Sports Illustrated
December 2020
Joe Burrow's Surgeon Offers Encouraging Update About His Recovery
"The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who's operated on Kobe Bryant, Tom Brady and plenty of other legends. ElAttrache not only operated on Burrow, but he also performed Saquon Barkley and Nick Bosa's knee surgeries earlier this year."
The Adam Schefter Podcast
December 2020
Injury Update: Burrow, Barkley, Bosa, & More
"The surgeon who operated on Rams' Nick Bosa, Giants' Saquon Barkley, and most recently Cincinnati's Joe Burrow, Dr. Neal ElAttrache, joins Adam to discuss return to play. Dr. ElAttrache also touches on COVID-19 in relation to certain injuries across professional sports."
NFL
October 2020
Saquon Barkley scheduled for ACL reconstruction surgery next week
"Barkley's surgery is tentatively scheduled for Oct. 29 with Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles."
Yahoo! Sports
September 2020
Vasiliy Lomachenko undergoes shoulder surgery; full recovery expected
"ElAttrache, who said he treated Lomachenko’s shoulder when he arrived in the U.S. from Ukraine roughly six weeks ago to train for his bout for the undisputed lightweight title against Teofimo Lopez, said Lomachenko had pain throwing a right hook during the fight."
Los Angeles Times
September 2020
Altered offseason training amid pandemic could be factor behind NFL injuries
"Dr. Neal ElAttrache, among the world’s top sports surgeons and a team physician for the Rams and Dodgers, said the pandemic had a seismic impact on the way players train and prepare for their seasons, and that disruption created a ripple effect that’s become evident."
Los Angeles Times
September 2020
How Ben Roethlisberger is making the Steelers super after trick-or-treat elbow scare
"Dr. Neal ElAttrache, world-renowned orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute, rebuilt his elbow and — along with Steelers doctor James Bradley — helped oversee the quarterback’s tenuous, year-long recovery."
San Francisco Chronicle
September 2020
A’s pitcher A.J. Puk has shoulder ‘cleanup,’ could be ready for spring training
"Puk, the 2016 first-round draft pick, had surgery Wednesday in Los Angeles with Dr. Neal ElAttrache at the Kerlan-Jobe Institute. The procedure involved debridement of Puk’s labrum and rotator cuff and a clean-out of his shoulder because of bursitis, Paparesta said."
MASSLIVE
September 2020
Chris Sale injury: Boston Red Sox ace has started throwing following Tommy John surgery
"Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed Sale’s Tommy John surgery at the Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles, Calif."
The Kansas City Star
August 2020
Royals' Foster Griffin vows to return from surgery in social media post
"Last Tuesday I had successful TJ surgery in LA performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache..."
WNBA
June 2020
Kelsey Plum Undergoes Successful Surgery On Left Achilles Tendon
"Las Vegas Aces General Manager Dan Padover announced that fourth-year guard Kelsey Plum underwent successful surgery today on her left Achilles tendon. Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the surgery. "
ESPN
April 2020
Red Sox ace Chris Sale 'feeling good' after Tommy John surgery
"Sale worked with Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles, coordinating with the UCLA medical staff to ensure that the elective operation would have no effect on the hospital systems amid the flood of patients going to hospitals across the country."
San Francisco Chronicle
March 2020
Top Tommy John surgeon defends procedures done during coronavirus outbreak
"'People need to be a little more thoughtful how they judge Tyler Beede or the Giants for trying to take care of him,' Dr. Neal ElAttrache said by phone..."
The San Diego Union-Tribune
February 2020
Padres have Tommy John trio atop rotation
“'The results and track record of Tommy John at this level has become much more predictable than some of the other things that athletes get operated on,' said Dr. Neal ElAttrache"
Los Angeles Times
October 2019
From Day 1, Cooper Kupp, now a Rams star, has made a name for himself on football field
“'It’s a little crazy,' said Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed the ACL reconstruction. 'We’ve never had this GPS data until the last few years, but I can tell you that’s typically not the way it goes the first year back. He’s surprising everybody.'”
Sports Illustrated
September 2019
Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger Undergoes Successful Surgery on Right Elbow
"Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the procedure at Cedars-Sinai Kerlan Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in consultation with Steelers team physician Jim Bradley, according to the team."
MLB
September 2019
Sam Dyson out for '19, maybe '20, after surgery
"Twins reliever Sam Dyson underwent a successful capsule repair surgery in his right shoulder on Tuesday, performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles."
MLB
September 2019
Hicks' year over; may need Tommy John
"Hicks was examined by Dodgers team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles on Monday..."
MLB
September 2019
Buxton (left shoulder surgery) out for season
Buxton went to see Dr. Neal ElAttrache in California before the Twins' off-day on Monday,
CBS Sports
September 2019
Giants' Reyes Moronta: Surgery set for Tuesday
"Moronta was diagnosed with a torn labrum in his right shoulder at the beginning of September, and surgery -- which will be performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles..."
3DownNation
August 2019
Bo Levi Mitchell ‘ready to let it rip’ for the Stampeders
"Mitchell had the MRI on his pectoral muscle sent to renowned doctor Neal ElAttrache who works primarily out of Los Angeles."
ESPN
August 2019
Giants' Sandoval to have Tommy John surgery
"The procedure is likely Sept. 3 or 4 in Los Angeles and will be done by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who evaluated the 2012 World Series MVP on Wednesday and determined he needed the procedure on his ulnar collateral ligament."
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NBC Sports
July 2019
Zack Cozart to undergo left shoulder surgery
"The procedure is described as an arthroscopic debridement, which will be performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Wednesday."
NBA
July 2019
Warriors Re-Sign Guard Klay Thompson
"In Game 6 of the Finals on June 13, 2019, Thompson suffered a torn left Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL). He underwent successful surgery on his left knee...The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache."
Boston Globe
July 2019
Here’s why Rich Hill wants to pitch as long as he can
"That was just for a day...Then once we got the MRI, I was able to get a clear diagnosis from [Dr. Neal ElAttrache] and that made me feel a lot better. That it was my flexor and not my ligament made a world of difference.”
MLB
May 2019
Manaea's first bullpen session scheduled
"Manaea underwent season-ending arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder, performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, on Sept. 19, 2018. The procedure helped create more space in the left-hander’s joint capsule and also repaired his labrum."
Chicago Tribune
May 2019
Carlos Rodon needs Tommy John surgery and likely will be out until the 2nd half of the 2020 season
"The Sox announced Monday that Rodon will indeed undergo season-ending elbow-ligament replacement surgery. Rodon will meet with Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Wednesday in Los Angeles."
Los Angeles Times
April 2019
Breanna Stewart’s injury points up a bigger issue
"The Seattle Storm’s 24-year-old star center underwent surgery Thursday morning with doctors Neal ElAttrache and Kenneth S. Jung at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic."
NBA
April 2019
Biyombo Undergoes Successful Surgery
"The Charlotte Hornets announced today that center Bismack Biyombo underwent successful arthroscopic surgery to address chronic issues in his left knee. The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache..."
YouTube
April 2019
Vasyl Lomachenko Post Fight Interview
"'My shoulder wasn't 100 percent in my last fight, but tonight I felt great. I have a great doctor... Neal ElAttrache, and I want to thank him for all he did,' Lomachenko said."
Los Angeles Times
April 2019
Neal ElAttrache’s understanding of boxing makes him an ideal surgeon for Vasiliy Lomachenko
"But as Lomachenko reflected on some of the medical advice he received from ElAttrache, it started to make sense to him that the doctor had a background in the sport."
MLB
April 2019
Prospect Hunter Greene to have TJ surgery
"Reds medical director Dr. Tim Kremchek and Dodgers orthopedist Dr. Neal ElAttrache arrived at the diagnosis. ElAttrache will perform the surgery next week, keeping Greene out for the season."
NBA
March 2019
Danté Exum injury update—3.28.2019
"Exum underwent a successful surgical procedure Wednesday morning to repair a partially torn patellar tendon in his right knee. The procedure was performed in Los Angeles by Dr. Neal ElAttrache."
12UP
March 2019
Royals Catcher Salvador Perez Diagnosed With UCL Damage and May Need Tommy John Surgery
"Perez will travel to Los Angeles next week to get a second opinion from Dr. Neal ElAttrache."
MLB
March 2019
Crew fireman Knebel to have TJS, done for '19
"Knebel will have the season-ending surgery Wednesday in Los Angeles with Dr. Neal ElAttrache."
KMBC News
March 2019
Salvy undergoes ‘successful’ Tommy John surgery
"The Kansas City Royals said Wednesday that Salvador Perez underwent a successful repair of his ulnar collateral ligament in a procedure performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles."
San Diego Union-Tribune
March 2019
Padres notes: Jacob Nix to get torn UCL checked; Wieck, rotation updates
"Nix will be examined in Los Angeles by renowned orthopedist Dr. Neal ElAttrache."
ESPN
February 2019
Free-agent guard Ron Baker out 4-6 months after shoulder surgery
"Free-agent guard Ron Baker underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder and is expected to make a full recovery in four to six months, league sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
Dr. Neal Elattrache performed the procedure in Los Angeles."
Los Angeles Times
January 2019
He reconstructed Tom Brady’s knee. Now the Rams’ doctor is rooting for L.A.
"As their physician, Neal ElAttrache dispensed medical advice that kept the Rams healthy enough to reach the Super Bowl."
Los Angeles Times
January 2019
Surgeon Neal ElAttrache helps Rams and Dodgers get back on the field after injuries
"As the head physician of the Rams and Dodgers, ElAttrache expects busy days in October. This day was especially so."
Chicago Sun-Times
September 2018
White Sox right-hander Michael Kopech has Tommy John surgery
"Right-hander Michael Kopech had Tommy John surgery on his pitching elbow Tuesday, the White Sox said Wednesday. The procedure was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles."
NBA
September 2018
Oklahoma City Thunder star Russell Westbrook has arthroscopic surgery on right knee
"The team, Westbrook and his representation determined 'the best course of action was the proactive procedure, performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache with Thunder medical personnel present at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles,' the Thunder said in a release."
MLB
September 2018
Manaea to undergo shoulder surgery, out for '19
"Renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache will perform the surgery at the Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles."
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ESPN
September 2018
Angels' Shohei Ohtani will have Tommy John at start of offseason
"Los Angeles Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani has decided to undergo Tommy John surgery and will have the procedure next week, the team announced Tuesday. Renowned surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache will perform the procedure in Los Angeles."
Read More >
MLB
August 2018
Cueto to undergo Tommy John surgery
“The procedure, which will be performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, is expected to sideline Cueto for approximately one year, likely rendering the Giants' No. 2 starter unavailable until late next season."
Read More >
The Athletic
August 2018
Why Jake Lamb opted against rehab and for rotator cuff surgery
“When a second opinion from Los Angeles-based orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache revealed fraying of his rotator cuff, Lamb finally had found the cause to his issues."
Read More >
ESPN
July 2018
Angels' Garrett Richards to have Tommy John surgery
“Los Angeles Angels' right-hander Garrett Richards has opted to have season-ending Tommy John surgery to repair ulnar collateral ligament damage in his right elbow."
Read More >
AOSSM
July 2018
Los Angeles-Based Surgeon, Neal S. ElAttrache, MD Inducted as AOSSM President
“'I am honored to be inducted as the AOSSM president and look forward to continuing the organization’s legacy as the leader in sports medicine education and research,' said ElAttrache."
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ESPN
May 2018
Vasiliy Lomachenko's labrum surgery a success, says Dr. Neal ElAttrache
"The tissue was very nice and we were able to achieve a very nice sturdy repair that should provide him with stability in his shoulder, and I am optimistic for an excellent prognosis," Dr. Neal ElAttrache told ESPN shortly after performing the arthroscopic procedure at the Kerlan Jobe Orthopedic Clinic in Los Angeles."
NBA
May 2018
Andre Roberson Injury Update
"Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Andre Roberson underwent a successful left knee scope earlier today, Thunder Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti announced.
The scope was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthapedic Clinic in Los Angeles, Calif."
Bleacher Report
May 2018
Jonny Venters Is Back in the Majors After a Staggering 3.5 Tommy John Surgeries
"Dr. Neal ElAttrache presented him with an alternative to Tommy John: a minimally invasive procedure that would reinforce the ligament, cut his rehab in half and give Venters one last opportunity to throw a baseball again."
Los Angeles Times
May 2018
Dodgers dealt another blow as Clayton Kershaw lands on disabled list
"Dr. ElAttrache diagnosed Mr. Kershaw with biceps tendinitis. The pitcher's recovery time is undetermined, and the team put him on the 10-day disabled list."
NBA
May 2018
Oklahoma City Thunder's Paul George has successful left knee scope
"The Thunder, George and his representation collectively determined for the procedure to be performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache with Thunder medical personnel present at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles, Calif."
MLB
May 2018
Vogt set for surgery; Braun, Thames updates
"A visit with renowned orthopedist Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles on Tuesday confirmed Brewers catcher Stephen Vogt's worst fears. He will undergo season-ending surgery this week to repair multiple structures in his right shoulder."
MLB
April 2018
Corey Seager to miss rest of year
Dodgers' star shortstop to undergo Tommy John surgery
"Seager said having Tommy John surgery during last offseason would have been premature, so instead he rehabbed with the hope he could get through the season. But, "it's necessary now." Dr. Neal ElAttrache will perform the operation in Los Angeles on Friday."
MLB
April 2018
Puk undergoes TJ surgery, will miss '18 season
"The 22-year-old Puk had the surgery, performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, in Los Angeles on Tuesday. He'll be out of action for at least a year."
Bleacher Report
April 2018
J.C. Ramirez Elbow Injury Diagnosed as Torn UCL; Tommy John Surgery Recommended
"Los Angeles Angels' starting pitcher J.C. Ramirez has a torn LCL in his right elbow, and doctors recommend he undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery."
SportTechie
January 2018
Mystery Doctor Who Devised Black Tape Plan For Tom Brady Was Neal ElAttrache
"The mystery doctor who devised a plan to wrap New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady’s thumb in black KT Tape before Sunday’s AFC Conference Championship game was world famous orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache, SportTechie has learned."
9 News
January 2018
Siemian to have second surgery in two years on non-throwing shoulder
"It's the second time in two years Siemian's left shoulder will be operated by Dr. Neal ElAttrache at the Kerlan-Jobe Clinic in Los Angeles."
MLB
November 2017
Judge has surgery, should be fine for camp
"Judge, 25, traveled to Los Angeles for the treatment, where Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed the surgery."
ABC News
September 2017
Parents speak out about the skyrocketing cost of youth sports
"In baseball, the repetitive motions of pitching can led to chronic fatigue, which is highly correlated to increase in injury in kids, Dr. Neal ElAttrache"
The Orange County Register
July 2017
50 Most Powerful in SoCal Sports: No. 45 Dr. Neal ElAttrache, Dodgers’ Physician
"Outside of the Dodgers he regularly treats, ElAttrache’s list of clients extends across the country from Kobe Bryant to Manny Pacquiao to Tom Brady."
MLB
June 2017
Urias to have shoulder surgery, miss 2017
"Dr. ElAttrache is confident he can take care of this and get him back to his accustomed level," Friedman said.
Fox Sports
June 2017
New York Yankees: James Kaprielian to undergo Tommy John Surgery
"It was clear the situation was serious when it was reported last week that Kaprielian would see Dr. Neal ElAttrache after receiving the results of an MRI scan."
The Arm - Jeff Passan
April 2017
Dr. Neal ElAttrache featured in Passan's book
"That relationship you make with a patient...if that privilege doesn't strike you right in the chest...you're missing the most beautiful thing about what we do." - Dr. Neal ElAttrache in The Arm
USA Today
April 2017
The 100 most powerful people in MLB
Dr. Neal ElAttrache among the most Influential Names in The Game
Yahoo! Sports
February 2017
How baseball players are trying stem cells to avoid Tommy John
"I truly think this kind of treatment has significant potential, said Dr. Neal ElAttrache"
Baseball America
February 2017
Revolutionary Change Brings Pitch Counts To Prep Baseball
Baseball America Mentions Dr. Neal ElAttrache as a top name surgeon
Becker's Spine Review
August 2016
Drs. Neal ElAttrache, Steve Jordan & Luga Podesta share their thoughts on the future of UCL reconstruction
Dr. Neal ElAttrache on The Future of UCL Reconstruction
Becker's Spine Review
August 2016
Examining the rash of UCL tears & how to prevent them: Drs. Neal ElAttrache, Steve Jordan & Luga Podesta
Dr. Neal ElAttrache on UCL Tear Prevention
MLB
June 2016
Heaney to undergo Tommy John surgery
The surgery will be performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.
MLB
June 2016
Kaprielian has flexor tendon strain in right elbow
Yankees prospect to visit with orthopedist Dr. Neal ElAttrache
WBUR: On Point
March 2016
New York Times
October 2015
With Tommy John Surgery, Every Scar Tells a Story
"A recent study, conducted by a group including ElAttrache and Altchek, examined 235 major league pitchers who had the operation from 1999 to 2014 and found that 13.2 percent of them had to have it a second time."
Los Angeles Times
May 2015
Manny Pacquiao has successful shoulder surgery
"The operation was performed by orthopedist Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who said Pacquiao will make a full recovery and return to the ring."
Becker's Spine Review
March 2015
59 great orthopedic surgeons recommended by healthcare leaders
Dr. Neal ElAttrache Recommended by Healthcare Leaders
Hollywood Reporter
September 2014
Hollywood’s Top Doctors: Best Surgeons in Los Angeles
Dr. Neal ElAttrache Named a Top Surgeon
Bleacher Report
July 2014
Meet the 10 Super Surgeons Tasked with Putting MLB's Broken Arms Back Together
Dr. Neal ElAttrache Listed as Super Surgeon by Bleacher Report
Bleacher Report
September 2013
The Blueprint: Conor McGregor Gains Recovery Secrets from Georges St-Pierre
Dr. Neal ElAttrache Performs ACL Surgery on Conor McGregor
Los Angeles Times
November 2012
Elite NFL Players come back quickly from injuries
Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Elite Athletes Return to Play
MMA Fighting
August 2012
Georges St-Pierre Gains Medical Clearance, Paving Way for UFC 154 Bout
Welterweight Champion Georges St-Pierre Gains Medical Clearance
Sports Illustrated
July 2012
Under The Knife: Top surgeons blend research, track records
Dr. Neal ElAttrache Listed as Sports Illustrated Super Surgeon
MMA Fighting
December 2011
Georges St-Pierre Undergoes Surgery to Repair Injured Knee
Dr. Neal ElAttrache will perform George St-Pierre's ACL Knee Surgery
Baseball Prospectus
June 2010
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