Our Approach to Pediatric Orthopedics
Pediatric Orthopedics at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein (CHAM) is internationally renowned for its surgical and medical excellence, as well as a tremendous sensitivity to the needs of pediatric patients and their families. We offer state-of-the-art care in the diagnosis and management of even the most complex pediatric musculoskeletal conditions.
CHAM is one of the first freestanding hospitals in the region completely committed to the specialized needs of pediatric patients and their families. As one of the nation’s top NIH-funded children’s hospitals, we are fully invested in the advancement of both pediatric care and research. These resources, combined with dedicated specialists, healthcare providers and support staff, allow us to deliver care of the highest caliber.
The hallmark of our division is a coordinated and comprehensive approach. With the shared goal of providing exceptional care, our leading surgeons are joined by a team of subspecialists, physician assistants, researchers and support staff. We continue to garner both national and international attention for our innovative research and leading-edge approaches in pediatric orthopedics.
The experience of our patients and their loved ones, not simply their ailments, demands our full attention. Your child’s dedicated care team will be there to discuss their condition, answer questions, assess treatment options and develop a treatment strategy that is best for them. Our team of doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals works to ensure your child and family are the central focus of all our efforts.
Pediatric musculoskeletal conditions present a specific set of challenges. We understand that parents and caregivers may have anxieties, concerns and questions that need to be thoroughly and carefully addressed. At the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein, we believe that optimal outcomes are achieved through thorough evaluations, accurate diagnoses and intelligent, patient-specific treatment plans developed through years of clinical experience and evidence-based medicine.
As an academic health system, we are deeply committed to advancing the science of medicine. Together with our Albert Einstein College of Medicine, one of the highest NIH-funded institutions in the country, we work toward excellence in pediatric orthopedic study and care. Our research efforts endeavor to better understand musculoskeletal conditions in children, and we aim to improve both operative and nonoperative treatments. We routinely present our research findings in national and international forums and publish our results in peer-reviewed medical journals.
Conditions We Treat
Pediatric Orthopedics at CHAM treats a wide spectrum of conditions, a selection of which you’ll find here. In addition to these, we have experience treating many related conditions. Please contact us today to schedule a consultation to review and discuss your child’s specific healthcare needs.
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Slipped capital femoral epiphysis
Osteonecrosis (Avascular necrosis)
Congenital deformities of the hip
Post-traumatic deformities of the hip
Clubfoot
Scoliosis
Cerebral palsy (CP)
Neuromuscular disorders
Muscle contractions
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries
Osteochondritis dissecans
Patellar subluxation
Patellar dislocation
Discoid meniscus
Shoulder instability
Congenital hand differences
Brachial plexus birth injuries
Peripheral nerve injuries
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellar tracking disorder
Osgood-Schlatter disease
Developmental dysplasia of the hip
Hip problems in older children
Hip problems in younger children
Specialty Programs We Are Known For
We treat children from birth to age 21, and our goal is to return your child to good health as quickly as possible. We have robust experience treating conditions ranging from light sprains to complex musculoskeletal disorders. Among other areas of specialization, our division includes a number of key programs, including:
Your Team of World-Renowned Specialists
Eric D. Fornari, MD
Melinda S. Sharkey, MD
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