A major regional referral center for orthopedic surgery, Riley Children’s Health has fellowship-trained, internationally recognized surgeons who provide consultation, diagnosis and treatment for the full range of orthopedic conditions. ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY
RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS
■ Interfacility Transfer of Pediatric Supracondylar Elbow Fractures – Study shows that transfer of patients with pediatric elbow fractures by private vehicle does not lead to more complications, and the time to transfer was just as fast as transfer by emergency medical services. ■ The Hidden Social and Economic Costs of Clubfoot Treatment – Study examines the financial burden and social costs of obtaining treatment for infants with clubfoot. Advanced technologies and procedures EOS imaging ■ Riley Children’s is one of the few Midwest hospitals to offer EOS. ■ EOS yields marked reduction in radiation (up to four times less). MAGnetic Expansion Control (MAGEC) rod ■ Our innovative surgical techniques include the use of growing spine constructs such as the MAGEC rod to minimize spinal fusion, preserve spine motion and achieve better patient outcomes. Precice®intramedullary nail ■ Our specialists perform surgeries to lengthen long bones using an “all-inside” technique supported by the Precice nail. O-arm ■ O-arm produces high-quality 2D and 3D anatomical images for use in orthopedic and spine surgeries. Schroth therapy ■ Nonsurgical approach reduces pain and prevents progression of spinal curves.
PROGRAM DISTINCTIONS
Specialized programs Pediatric Orthopedic Oncology Program Three fellowship-trained orthopedic oncologists diagnose and treat benign and malignant musculoskeletal tumors. > READ more about current research in orthopedic oncology. Spinal Deformity Program Holistic treatment is supported by a dedicated team of pediatric anesthesiologists; includes the latest advancements in technology and postoperative care. Cerebral Palsy Program We provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary pediatric expertise, including physical medicine and rehabilitation for patients who need complex care. Pediatric Sports Program This multidisciplinary program, focused on sports and acute injuries, is facilitated by a pediatric sports medicine surgeon, primary care sports medicine physician and a pediatric physical therapist. Movement Disorders Program Our multidisciplinary program focuses on the treatment of various movement disorders with access to leading-edge 3D gait analysis. Conscious Sedation Program Clinical pathways exist to treat fractures within a dedicated sedation suite in the outpatient setting. Riley Children’s is one of the few facilities in the region to provide casting for infantile or early-onset scoliosis.
DIVISION CHIEF Christine B. Caltoum, MD Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery, IU School of Medicine > Connect with Dr. Caltoum on Doximity.
■ Ranked among the leading pediatric orthopedics programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report ■ Use of O-arm with navigated placement of pedicle screws in scoliosis surgery and for treatment of hip dysplasia
12 board certified surgeons
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■ Gait lab analysis used in planning for corrections of complex deformities
High-quality patient outcomes 92% of patients undergoing operative reduction and fixation of supracondylar humerus fracture received care within 18 hours of Emergency Department check-in. Low 1.5% blood transfusion rate in surgical correction of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis with moderate curves 1.74% surgical site infection rate following spinal fusion for scoliosis 94% of radiographically assisted reductions of displaced forearm fractures in patients under 14 successful without requiring hospital admission
■ Pediatric sports program with surgical and nonsurgical experts trained in pediatric sports medicine ■ Walk-in care to treat acute injuries; staffed by pediatric orthopedic specialists
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