PGA Golfer Gary Woodland Speaks About His Brain Surgery
Gary Woodland didn’t provide a timeline for his return to golf following the operation, so he must take a break from the sport due to the process.
On social media, PGA golfer Gary Woodland said he would require brain surgery. A lesion from his brain will be removed during surgery, which will take place in the middle of September.
The lesion has been known to Woodland, who has been transparent about the healing process. He has been trying to medicate the lesion since he learned about it a few months ago. After consulting with experts, he had brain surgery, which didn’t resolve the problem.
Gary Woodland is trying to be optimistic despite how alarming and scary these medical developments and surgeries are. He said, “I’m in good spirits with my family and team by my side and so thankful for the love and support of everyone.”
“I was diagnosed a few months ago and have been trying to treat symptoms with medication. After consulting with multiple specialists and discussing with my family, we’ve made the decision that surgery to remove the lesion is the best course of action.”
He added, “Thank you for your support during this time.”
On September 18, the actual procedure will take place. According to Johns Hopkins, the size and location of the lesion are just two of the many variables that affect the system.
But compared to other systems, this kind is typically thought to be less intrusive. However, remaining unconcerned about a health problem involving the brain might be challenging.
Gary Woodland didn’t provide a timeline for his return to golf following the operation, so he must take a break from the sport due to the process.
The Kansas Jayhawk joined the PGA Tour in 2009 after becoming a professional in 2007. At the Transitions Championship in 2011, Woodland won his first PGA Tour championship. He qualified for the Masters with the victory. He has four PGA Tour victories overall. The 2019 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach was the most recent of those victories.
Gary Woodland gained notoriety after allowing Special Olympics golfer Amy Bockerstette to play the 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale in 2019. The Waste Management Phoenix Open practice round, was when that occurred. She eventually posted the spot, and 43 million people watched the video.
In the most recent FedEx Cup season, Woodland placed 94th. Twice throughout the season, he put himself in the top 10.