Pediatric Orthopedics Near You
Pediatric orthopedics is a medical specialty that cares for children’s bones, muscles, and joints. At University of Utah Health, our pediatric orthopedic specialists provide care for children of all ages at a location near you.
We treat a range of pediatric orthopedic conditions in bones and joints that are still growing:
- Injuries
- Congenital problems
- Developmental issues of the spine and skeleton
- Cancer care / sarcoma and bone tumors
Our team understands the unique issues and challenges involved when caring for children. We believe in providing dedicated, compassionate treatment and care for all our patients.
7,000+ Fractures Treated Yearly
13 Specialties
38,000+ Annual Visits
Pediatric Orthopedic Conditions
We provide care and treatment for a variety of conditions including tumors of the musculoskeletal system.
Neuromuscular Diseases
- Muscular dystrophies
- Spina bifida
- Cerebral palsy
- Genetic syndromes with musculoskeletal issues
Congenital Diseases
- Clubfoot
- Hip dysplasia
- Limb deformities
Congenital Deformities
- Limb lengthening
- Scoliosis
- Upper and lower extremity deformity
- Hand conditions
Injuries
- Sports injuries
- Traumatic injuries and fractures
Find a Pediatric Orthopedic Specialist Near Me
A Relationship Created for the Best Pediatric Care
For pediatric specialty care, Intermountain Children's Health is affiliated with University of Utah Health. U of U Health physicians see patients at Primary Children's Hospital on campus, Lehi Primary Children's, and other locations throughout the Salt Lake City valley.
It's a shared mission of providing health care, education, and research. It comes to life through collaboration on clinical care, research, and educational programs.
Primary Children's Hospital operates as the main pediatric facility for the U of U Health system, providing care in more than 60 medical and surgical specialties such as surgery, oncology, cardiology, orthopedics, and others. Most of the providers at Primary Children's Hospital are faculty members at U of U Health.
This partnership delivers care to advance pediatric medicine while educating future generations of health care professionals.
What to Expect at Your Appointment with a Pediatric Orthopedic Specialist
What to Bring to Your Appointment
Please bring all necessary items to your appointment:
- Photo ID
- Insurance card
- A list of current medications
- Any previous imaging scans such as X-rays (if available)
Front Desk Check-In
You should arrive 15 minutes early to complete any necessary paperwork. This helps us dedicate as much time as possible to your visit. You can also call our office to see if there’s any paperwork you can fill out ahead of time.
During Your Visit
Your appointment will take place in an exam room. Your provider will talk to you about your medical history and symptoms. Tell your provider about your questions or concerns.
Your provider will also perform a physical exam to evaluate your condition. They will go over any medical imaging you might have.
Your specialist will provide information about your diagnosis and answer any questions. You will discuss available treatment options.
Next Steps
At the end of the appointment, you will have a care plan in place. Your provider may recommend tests or imaging studies. They may also refer you to another specialist such as a physical therapist.
Why Choose University of Utah Health?
U of U Health has year-after-year exceptional rankings as offering the best health care in the nation. It's not a surprise. We believe collaboration throughout our system — from physicians, researchers, biologists, and more — leads to the most imaginative care.
Working together in a rich clinical environment means our discoveries have a direct impact on the health of our patients. U of U Health isn't satisfied with just offering health care. We want to transform it.
