Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic
The pediatric orthopedic clinic provides assessment and treatment for children with acute, chronic, traumatic, complex and congenital issues of the musculoskeletal system.In partnership with a multidisciplinary team the service provides inpatient and outpatient consultation and surgical services to children with bone, joint, ligament and nerve disorders that require a surgical intervention or specialized orthopedic evaluation. The clinic focuses on:
- consultation for orthopedic surgery
- pre and post orthopedic surgery, planning, rehabilitation and support
- education about managing orthopedic conditions
- consultation and management of traumatic orthopedic injuries
- orthopedic conditions where patients have not responded to conservative management through primary care services
Access
Service Providers May Include
doctors, occupational therapists (OTs), physical therapists (PTs), registered nurses (RNs), registered orthopedic technologists
EligibilityAges 0 to 17 years.
Service AccessHealthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.
Service Locations
Also Known As
Other
Cast Clinic, Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic
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