Charles Burke, MD, team physician for the NHL Pittsburgh Penguins, performed surgery on Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin for two torn ligaments in his right knee, according to a Post-Gazette report.
After seeking a second opinion, Mr. Malkin agreed to undergo the surgery. He will complete about six months of rehabilitation before returning to play. He is expected to fully heal and recover for surgery before next season.
Read the Post-Gazette report on Evgeni Malkin's knee surgery.
Read other coverage on team physicians:
- Celtics Team Physician Dr. Brian McKeon Treats Two Players
- Dr. James Andrews Performs Knee Surgery on Cincinnati Bengals Player Terrell Owens
- Dr. Russell Warren Examines New York Giants' Receiver's Left Knee Injury
After seeking a second opinion, Mr. Malkin agreed to undergo the surgery. He will complete about six months of rehabilitation before returning to play. He is expected to fully heal and recover for surgery before next season.
Read the Post-Gazette report on Evgeni Malkin's knee surgery.
Read other coverage on team physicians:
- Celtics Team Physician Dr. Brian McKeon Treats Two Players
- Dr. James Andrews Performs Knee Surgery on Cincinnati Bengals Player Terrell Owens
- Dr. Russell Warren Examines New York Giants' Receiver's Left Knee Injury