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Condition
Blount's Disease Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Blounts-DiseaseThe pediatric orthopedic physicians of Shriners Children's can diagnose Blount’s disease, also known as bowed legs, and recommend the best options for treatment – like bracing or surgery.
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Patient Story
Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) Surgery Allows Gabby to Return to Competitive Cheer
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/04/Return-to-Competitive-CheerJust seven short months after VBT spine surgery, Gabby is getting ready to compete with her cheer team at the Summit-Varsity All-Stars in Florida.
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Specialty
Sports Medicine
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Sports-MedicineShriners Children's provides pro-level care for injured young athletes in our sports medicine clinics. Seeing a doctor right away can stop an injury from getting worse and help avoid long-lasting damage.
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Patient Story
When Surgery is Not the Best Choice: The Value of Knowing Your Options
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/04/Merryn-Orthopedic-CareMerryn was diagnosed with a benign tumor in her sciatic nerve when she was 11.
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Patient Story
Emery’s Orthopedics Team Focuses on Giving Her a Future of Function
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/05/EmeryEmery's hand and upper extremities orthopedic team is providing the care she needs to live her life to the fullest.
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Podcast
Plastic Surgery for Birthmarks Scars and Facial Differences
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2021/05/Plastic-Surgery-for-Birthmarks-Scars-and-Facial-DifferencesDr. Lee Alkureishi discusses orthognathic jaw surgery and plastic surgery for birthmarks and scars to help children live full lives.
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Podcast
Nerve Transfers in Pediatric Population
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2019/12/Nerve-Transfers-in-Pediatric-PopulationIn a podcast, Felicity Fishman, M.D., explains nerve transfer surgery in children and post-operative care.
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Patient Story
From Donor to Dad
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/09/From-donor-to-dadThe recreational therapy/child life staff plays a vital role in helping make the hospital seem less scary to patients by promoting positive coping skills. They use what’s called “medical play” before surgery, complete with a special doll and real medical equipment, to help reduce fears of what is to...
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Patient Story
Patient Springs Back After Spine Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/07/Patient-springs-back-after-spine-surgeryAs an active gymnast, Madeline underwent a routine physical at practice one day and the examiner discovered a noticeable curve in her spine and an unevenness in her shoulders and hips. After learning of the curve, her family went to the Portland Shriners Hospital for scoliosis treatment.
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Treatment
Laser Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Laser-SurgeryShriners Children's uses innovative laser surgery to treat scars, resulting in the best outcomes and overall experience for your child.
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