how many surgeries has tiger woods had

Tiger Woods has had at least 16 surgeries overall based on publicly reported injury and procedure timelines, though the exact total can vary depending on how some procedures are counted.

Quick scoop

If you mean back surgeries specifically , the latest reporting says he has had 7 back surgeries as of October 2025.

What’s included

Public timelines also list surgeries on his:

• Left knee in 1994, 2002, and 2008.

• Back multiple times from 2014 through 2025.

• Right ankle/foot in 2023 and his Achilles in 2025.

Bottom line

So the safest answer is: Tiger Woods has had at least 16 surgeries in total, including 7 back surgeries.