Department of Pediatric Orthopaedics

Carilion Children's is proud to offer western Virginia’s only clinic offering dedicated pediatric orthopaedic services. Our physicians work closely with nurse specialists, physician assistants, pediatric physical therapists and psychologists on all aspects of care. We use many techniques, including observation of growth, physical therapy, braces, splints and surgery to treat various conditions.

About

Department specs

Services

  • Spinal fusion for scoliosis
  • Fracture fixation
  • Club foot correction

Conditions Treated

  • Scoliosis and spinal deformities
  • Hip disorders
  • Musculoskeletal oncology
  • Clubfoot
  • Injuries (trauma)
  • Leg length discrepancies
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Muscular dystrophy
  • Spina bifida
  • Amputations
  • Limb deformity
  • Sports injuries
  • Congenital hand deformities
  • Hand and upper extremity fractures
  • Tendon and nerve injuries

Research

Carilion Pediatrics provides specialty care for issues like heart problems or asthma so you don't need to travel long distances to see a top-notch doctor. We're proud to have assembled a highly trained and experienced team of pediatric specialists who provide expert care for children right here in our community. We welcome participation by interested individuals in our pediatric research.

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Education

Overview

As a program, we are deeply committed to the professional and personal growth of our residents. Our comprehensive curriculum aims to prepare excellent pediatricians who are competitive fellowship candidates and equally confident in entering practice following graduation. We strive to address the growing challenges facing pediatric physicians, and as such, have emphasized patient advocacy, quality improvement and mental health as key aspects of our training. Carilion Children’s partnership with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine allows residents to collaborate with other professionals on world-class research opportunities. To learn more, visit our Pediatrics Residency page