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Alabama offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian underwent successful heart surgery

The University of Alabama football team announced via press release that offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian underwent successful heart surgery this past Thursday in Birmingham.

Sarkisian is expected to make a full recovery following the procedure.

“The Alabama football coaching staff participates in an annual executive physical. During Coach Sarkisian’s physical last week, it was determined that he needed a procedure to correct a congenital cardiovascular anomaly before it became an issue. Coach Sarkisian underwent a successful procedure this past Thursday (July 2) in Birmingham. He is back home in Tuscaloosa and is expected to make a full recovery.