Children are not small adults. The pediatric orthopedic surgeons at El Paso Children’s Hospital know the intricacies of a child’s bone structure and are trained to treat a child’s orthopedic needs. The pediatric orthopedic surgery department uses the latest cutting-edge technology and medical advances for state-of-the art surgical procedures. The surgeons specialize in all aspects of pediatric orthopedics including sports injuries, limb lengthening and reconstruction, ligament reconstruction, guided growth, adolescent hip problems, hip preservation, bone infections, and traumatic injuries.

The multidisciplinary team includes pediatric anesthesiologists, pediatric physical therapists, pediatric interventional radiologists, sports medicine specialists, and child life specialists. The team works together with the child and family to determine the best treatment for the child.