Pediatric Orthopaedics
From broken bones to the most complex orthopedic conditions, the Pediatric Orthopaedics program at Monroe Carell offers the region's most advanced care in a family-friendly environment.
We treat a wide range of pediatric problems, including complex fractures; sports injuries; deformities of the spine, bones, hips or feet; scoliosis; and infections of the musculoskeletal system.
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Conditions We Treat
We treat all orthopaedic conditions, including:
- Acetabular dysplasia
- Aneurysmal bone cyst
- Back pain in children and adolescents
Meet Your Care Team
In some cases, your child's care may be referred to one of our consulting orthopaedic surgeons.
Kevin M. DaleMD
- Adolescent Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics and Surgery, Pediatric Sports Medicine and Surgery, Sports Medicine
David S. EbenezerMD
- Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Fractures, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics and Surgery, Pediatric Trauma
Nathaniel LempertBS, MD
- Muscular and Movement Disorders, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Fractures, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics and Surgery
Craig R. LouerJr, MD
- Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Limb Differences, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics and Surgery, Pediatric Spinal Surgery, Spine
Jeffrey E. MartusMD, MS
- Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Limb Differences, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics and Surgery, Pediatric Spinal Surgery, Spine
Alex B. DiamondDO, MPH
- Adolescent Medicine, Adolescent Sports Medicine, Adolescent and Young Adult Health, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
Dwayne H. D'SouzaMD
- Adolescent Sports Medicine, Adult Orthopaedics, Fractures, Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
Andrew J. GregoryMD, FAAP
- Adolescent Sports Medicine, Adolescent and Young Adult Health, Fractures, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
Mihir J. DesaiMD, MS
- Adult Orthopaedics, Elbow Surgery, Fractures, Hand Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Hand Surgery
Jennifer L. HalpernMD
- Adult Orthopaedics, Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Sarcoma
Joshua M. LawrenzMD, MSCI
- Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors, Cancer, Joint Replacement, Musculoskeletal Infection, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Sarcoma
Donald H. LeeMD
- Adult Orthopaedics, Hand Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Shoulder Surgery
Gregory G. PolkowskiII, MD, MSCR
- Adult Orthopaedics, Joint Replacement, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics
Herbert S. SchwartzMD
- Adult Orthopaedics, Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Sarcoma
Jaron P. SullivanMD
- Adult Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
Why Choose Pediatric Orthopaedics at Monroe Carell
- Recognized care
U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks us as a top children’s hospital in the nation for orthopedic care.
- Full-service outpatient clinic
For children with injuries, we have a full-service outpatient clinic providing X-rays, casting services, referrals and consultations for physical and occupational therapy.
- Safer X-ray imaging
We offer some patients the EOS X-ray imaging system. It uses ultra-low radiation doses (up to 50 times lower depending on the scan type) to capture 2D and 3D images. Children who need frequent scans for their conditions are exposed to far less radiation over their lifetimes.
- Specialized care
Our providers are all specialty trained in pediatric sports medicine or pediatric orthopedic surgery. This expertise means the best possible care for your child. Other programs and services we provide include general orthopedics and fracture care; care for scoliosis, cerebral palsy, spasticity and osteogenesis imperfecta; and a hip preservation clinic.
- Innovative research
Our researchers make the discoveries that improve orthopedic care for children and teenagers here and at other hospitals nationwide where our trained doctors serve.
- Collaborative care
Monroe Carell takes care of your child – the whole child. A problem with your child’s bones or joints might bring you to our pediatric orthopedic team. If your child has other needs, we work with Vanderbilt specialists who offer other types of care, including rheumatology, neurology, neurosurgery, developmental medicine and endocrine/diabetes care.
- Trusted by athletes
We are the official health care provider for the Nashville Predators, Nashville Sounds, Nashville Soccer Club and the Vanderbilt University Commodores. You can expect the same level of care we provide these top athletes.
The Day I Broke My Arm
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
- Cartilage preservation surgery
- Hip preservation surgery
- Low-radiation orthopaedic imaging
- PRECICE Nail treatment for limb lengthening