American Idol Phillip Phillips underwent eight surgeries during his time on 'American Idol' 05/25/2012 Phillip Phillips underwent eight different surgeries for his kidney issues during his run on American Idol, according to his father, Phillip Phillips Sr. Read More RELATED NEWS 'American Idol' alum Colton Dixon and wife Annie Dixon welcome twins'American Idol' alum Colton Dixon and wife Annie Dixon expecting first child'American Idol' winner Phillip Phillips and wife have a baby boy TAGS: American Idol Phillip Phillips