Mr. Wells was injured during a game last weekend and will undergo surgery to repair an injury to his thumb. He is expected to miss eight to 10 weeks recovering from the injury.
More Articles on Sports Medicine:
Dr. Peter Millet Performs Biceps Surgery on Strong Man Brian Shaw
Dr. Steve Traina Performs Knee Surgery on Nuggets’ Al Harrington
Dr. Marc Philippon Chairs Hip Arthroscopy Symposium
Dr. Steven Shin Performs Thumb Surgery on Angels Outfielder Vernon Wells
Steven Shin, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles, performed hand surgery on Los Angeles Angels outfielder Vernon Wells, according to an SB Nation report.
RCM trend report: How leaders can protect revenue + adapt to disruption
Recommended Live Webinar on Feb 19, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST