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Pediatric Orthopaedics

The Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery program ranks among the best in the country, according to U.S.News & World Report. We provide both surgical and non-surgical treatment for conditions, such as:

  • Spinal disorders, including scoliosis (curvature of the spine), kyphosis, spondyloysis, and back pain
  • Hip diseases such as dysplasia, slipped capital femoral epiphysis, and avascular necrosis
  • Cerebral palsy and other neuromuscular conditions
  • Congenital anomalies/birth defects of the extremities
  • Leg length differences
  • Trauma and growth disturbances
  • Club feet
  • Bone tumors (sarcomas)
The University of Chicago pediatric orthopaedic surgeons are:

Robert Bielski, MD
Assistant Professor of Surgery

Christopher Sullivan, MD
Assistant Professor of Surgery
Director, Pediatric Orthopaedics & Scoliosis