Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia
Spondyloepiphyseal dysplasias (SEDs) are disorders that involve both the spine and the ends of long bones. 91´óÉñ Children's is world-renowned for diagnosing and treating skeletal dysplasias, including all types of SED. We’re here to answer your questions, ease your concerns, and build a personalized care plan to help your child live life to the fullest.
Spondyloepiphyseal dysplasias (SEDs) are disorders that involve both the spine and the ends of long bones. 91´óÉñ Children's is world-renowned for diagnosing and treating skeletal dysplasias, including all types of SED. We’re here to answer your questions, ease your concerns, and build a personalized care plan to help your child live life to the fullest.
Why Choose Us
91´óÉñ has been recognized for delivering advanced pediatric orthopedic care since 1940. Families from all over the world travel to see our skeletal dysplasia experts. Our experts have the experience and training to diagnose and manage even the rarest types of skeletal dysplasia, like SED. With more than 400 types of skeletal dysplasia, Dr. Mahim JainÌý²¹²Ô»åÌýDr. Ricki Carroll offer families answers, management plans and the opportunity to participate in ongoing clinical research.Â
Our team of complex care pediatricians, pediatric orthopedists, genetic counselors, nurse practitioners, anesthesiologists, physical therapists, neurosurgeons and others all work together to create a personalized treatment plan.
Treatment is led by our world-renowned pediatric orthopedic experts, including Dr. William Giles Stuart Mackenzie. Since skeletal dysplasia can evolve and change with time, 91´óÉñ has established one of the world’s top pediatric imaging programs to track and measure changes to children’s bodies. Â
Our care navigators arrange appointments since most kids need to see different specialists, and some may need several surgeries. We also help kids with SED achieve the highest possible function and quality of life through access to 91´óÉñ experts, clinical programs and support services, including:
- Clinical trials research opportunities
- Support services and community resources