Robert Kerlan
Robert Kerlan | |
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| Born | May 13, 1922 Aitkin, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Died | September 8, 1996 (aged 74) Santa Monica, California, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Southern California |
| Occupation(s) | Orthopedic surgeon, Sports physician |
| Spouse | Rachel Kerlan |
| Children | 3 |
Robert K. Kerlan (May 13, 1922 – September 8, 1996) was an American orthopedic surgeon and sports physician who, along with Frank Jobe, was co-founder of the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic. He treated numerous star athletes during his career and was regarded as a pioneer in the discipline of sports medicine.