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Service
Intraoperative Neuromonitoring
Shriners Children's uses neuromonitoring during spinal surgery. This lets our surgeons monitor the nerves and muscles in the lower part of your child’s body during surgery. This helps the spinal surgeons avoid the risk of damage to your child’s nerves.
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Podcast
Plastic Surgery Craniofacial Microsomia Research
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2021/07/Plastic-Surgery-Craniofacial-Microsomia-ResearchPodcast with Dr. Chad Purnell on Craniofacial Microsomia and his joint Shriners Children’s/Georgia Tech research grant.
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Treatment
Arthroscopic Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Arthroscopic-SurgeryArthroscopic surgery, also known as arthroscopy, is a procedure used to diagnose and treat joint conditions. Shriners Children's pediatric orthopedic surgeons treat a variety of conditions with this minimally invasive surgery option.
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Treatment
Spinal Fusion Surgery
Spinal fusion surgery stabilizes and corrects the curvature of the spine; and for scoliosis and kyphosis, prevents further curvature of the spine. Stabilizing the spine can improve movement, reduce pain and restore lung function.
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Patient Story
Standing Strong and Giving Back
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/05/Victoria-and-MeganAfter going through their own journeys with scoliosis, these two girls know exactly what it takes to help other patients getting ready for spine surgery.
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Patient Story
Shriners Children's Care Inspires Former Patient to Follow Path to Medicine
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/08/Shriners-Childrens-Care-Inspires-Former-PatientThirteen-year-old Elliana underwent spine surgery at Shriners Children's St. Louis. What she experienced during that time in her life sparked an interest to study medicine.
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Patient Story
Third Time Is the Charm for Cleft Lip Surgery at Shriners Children's Boston
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/04/Third-Time-is-the-Charm-for-Cleft-Lip-SurgeryEliza's family feels forever grateful that their daughter received cleft lip surgery at Shriners Children’s Boston.
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Specialty
Wound Care and Skin Disorders
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Wound-Care-and-Skin-DisordersShriners Children's provides specialized wound care with a team of specialists, and treatment including plastic surgery, cosmetic makeup and lasers for skin disorders.
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Extension Clinic
Shriners Children's Tri-Cities Clinic
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Spokane/Clinics/Tri-Cities-ClinicThe Shriners Children's Tri-Cities Clinic is convenient for those who live in central Washington.
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Patient Story
Deep Breaths, Deeper Bond
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/10/Deep-breaths-deeper-bondThe first time Respiratory Therapy Manager Marcela Spraul tried to get Courtney to walk, the then-12-year-old simply refused. Now 17, Courtney is planning to follow in Marcela’s footsteps.