Dr. Frank Jobe

Dr. Frank Jobe was an American orthopedic surgeon renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to sports medicine, particularly in baseball. He developed the "Tommy John surgery," a revolutionary procedure to repair damaged ulnar collateral ligaments in the elbow, allowing many athletes to return to competitive play after severe injury. Named after the first patient to undergo the surgery in 1974, this procedure has since saved countless sports careers. Dr. Jobe's work not only advanced surgical techniques but also significantly improved the understanding of sports-related injuries and rehabilitation, impacting both professional athletics and the health of recreational players.