Dr. David Altchek to Perform Knee Injection on Lakers’ Andrew Bynum

David Altchek, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, will perform a knee procedure for Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum during the All Star break, according to an ESPN LA report.

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Mr. Bynum previously underwent surgery on his knee to repair torn cartilage in the summer of 2010. Now, halfway through the 2011-2012 season, he will receive a Synvisc injection from Dr. Altchek to relieve pain.

Mr. Bynum will sit out at least one game after the break to recover from the procedure.


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