Medical City Children's Orthopedics & Spine Specialists

What is ?
can be difficult to detect, but if it’s caught early on, patients can get the treatment to potentially slow the progression of their curve.
That’s why if you think your child might have scoliosis, it’s critical they are seen by a skilled specialist like the doctors at .

Scoliosis Diagnosis in Children Shyam Kishan, MD, discusses how scoliosis is diagnosed in children. For more information, visit http://medicalcitychildrensorthopedics.com.

While common, hand, finger and wrist injuries can have lasting effects if not treated properly. Our orthopedic specialists understand how to treat these injuries based on their location and whether or not it will affect things like growth plates and your child’s recovery.
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Our pediatric orthopedic physicians specialize in conditions ranging from fracture care and sports injuries to and even congenital conditions like and .
We want to partner with you and your family and help start your child's healing journey.
Call us at 214-556-0590 or visit t.ly/Bgsb today!

“This Orthopedic office visit was great. My 9yr old was seen by Mary Huang, she was pleasant and thorough. The office staff was friendly, the office was clean and quiet. We had a follow-up visit, which went quickly; we were in and out including having X-rays done. The office is located in the Medical City Children's hospital building, building C, located at 75 N/ Forest ln exit. Thanks for our visit.” - Queen S.

Brielle’s story is an amazing case in point for why is such an effective tool for treating children with . At 18 months old, her curve was already at 35°. But with aggressive bracing – up to 20 hours a day for more than a decade – that was reduced to less than 9°!

Check out the story as told from her perspective as well as her mom’s!

Brielle’s Story: My Bracing Journey | Scoliosis Research Society Brielle is now 15 years old. She was diagnosed with infantile idiopathic scoliosis and had a left thoracic curvature of 35 degrees at 18 months of age. Brielle started to wear a brace when she was two years old. Her thoracic curve was reduced from 35 to 12 degrees after just two years of a full time...

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“Dr. Kishan was patient and thoughtful. My daughter broke her arm, and he came in on Christmas to treat her. I felt like my opinions and concerns were considered and heard. My daughter is recovering well now. I am amazed the lack of pain she felt after the surgery. She is only taking Tylenol for some discomfort. Well done Dr. Kishan and staff. You all were terrific. Thank you from our family!” - Kevin R.

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Did you know we offer care clinics at each of our four locations?

You can bring your child in for an evaluation without having to make an appointment and avoid spending hours in the emergency room or at an urgent care facility.
At , seeing patients quickly and providing personalized care is important to us!

To learn more or schedule an appointment, call 214-556-0590 or visit t.ly/Bgsb today!

“Dr. Kishan was wonderful. He instantly endeared himself to my son (the patient) and myself. He was knowledgeable and had great bedside manner and top-notch communication. And I was able to get an appointment quickly and one that fit our schedule perfectly. My only regret was we didn’t see him first. It was not difficult to see that he is great at working with kids. If I could go see him for everything for everyone in my family I would. Thank you to all.” - David A

If you suspect your child may have , especially if there is a history of it in the family, it is critical to have them evaluated by a specialist as early as possible.
Take our free scoliosis quiz today to find out if your child needs to be evaluated by one of our experts!
If you’d like to schedule an appointment, just call 214.556.0590 or visit our website today.

Take our Scoliosis Quiz | Medical City Children's Orthopedics & Spine Specialists TAKE OUR SCOLIOSIS QUIZ! Do you suffer from back pain? If so, you could have scoliosis and not know it. If someone in your family has scoliosis, you may be at risk also. By taking this short quiz, you will have a better understanding of some of the signs of Scoliosis. Please fill out this […]

What’s the best surgical option to treat in children?
Most experts agree that for children with very severe curves (45-50°+) surgery is the best option for reducing the curve and preventing them from progressing and causing additional health problems. This article from offers some helpful information about how the procedure is done and what to expect.
To learn more or schedule an appointment, call 214.556-0590 or visit our website today.

Spinal Fusion - OrthoInfo - AAOS Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure used to correct problems with the small bones of the spine (vertebrae). It is essentially a "welding" process. The basic idea is to fuse together two or more vertebrae so that they heal into a single, solid bone.

As Dr. Kishan explains, (also known as a ) is a fairly common condition for adolescents who participate in sports with frequent hyperextension of the lower back, such as gymnastics, baseball, and football.
If your child has , especially pain that radiates down the legs, call 214-556-0590 or visit our website today to get them evaluated for a pars defect.

Spondylolysis 2 Dr. Shyam Kishan explains what spondylolysis is, some of the things that can cause it, and some of the ways we treat the condition at Medical City Children's...

Should you worry about in children?
Yes! While back pain is quite common for adults, in children it can be a sign of something much more serious, including complex spine conditions like or spondylolysis.
If your child is complaining about back pain, don’t wait. Call the spine experts at at 214-556-0590 or visit t.ly/Bgsb today and let us help.

Contact us | Pediatric Orthopedic Doctors | Treating Children | Specialists Contact us with any questions and or make an appointment at one of our offices. Our Doctors are standing by ready to help your children

Did you know we have four locations across the DFW Metroplex?
Whether your child needs treatment for a simple fracture or something more complicated – including complex orthopedic disorders like , or – our multiple office locations make getting treatment easier and more convenient.
Call 214-556-0590 or visit t.ly/Bgsb to schedule an appointment today!

“I got a same day appointment at the Frisco location for my son when he broke his arm. The front office staff was very professional, and everything is online which was very convenient. I forgot his x-ray disc and they waited till my husband brought it to me. Since it was the last day before a long weekend, it was a blessing for us. I'm grateful to Dr. Kishan and his office!” – D.S.

Do you think your child might have ? Have they complained of or discomfort? is here to help.

Take our fast and free quiz to determine if your child might be a candidate for a scoliosis evaluation or treatment.

Take our Scoliosis Quiz | Medical City Children's Orthopedics & Spine Specialists TAKE OUR SCOLIOSIS QUIZ! Do you suffer from back pain? If so, you could have scoliosis and not know it. If someone in your family has scoliosis, you may be at risk also. By taking this short quiz, you will have a better understanding of some of the signs of Scoliosis. Please fill out this form and t...

DON’T WAIT! If you think your child has a or , you shouldn’t have to worry about scheduling an appointment or waiting for hours to get them evaluated.
All four of our convenient locations offer fracture clinics where you can bring your child to get evaluated without an appointment and without waiting for hours in the emergency room or urgent care facility.
At , getting kids in quickly and providing families with prompt, personalized care is our number one priority.
To learn more, call 214-556-0590 or visit our website today.

Contact us | Pediatric Orthopedic Doctors | Treating Children | Specialists Contact us with any questions and or make an appointment at one of our offices. Our Doctors are standing by ready to help your children

Do you think your child might have ? Rest assured that surgery is rarely the first or the only option. ’s personalized treatment plans involve the family in the planning so you can feel comfortable and confident in your child’s care plan.

To learn more or schedule an appointment for your child today, visit our website or call 214.556.0590

Scoliosis | Painful Spine Curve to the left or right | Our Doctors can help Scoliosis is a muscular disorder in which the spine curves to the left or right when viewed from the back creating an S or C shaped curve

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If you have a young athlete in the family, you probably already realize that injuries happen.

Luckily, the doctors at are ready for any sports injury that comes their way – sports medicine is one of our specialties – and Doctors Shyam Kishan, Richard Hostin, and Kathryn Wiesman are happy to help families get back in the game.

Call 214.556.0590 or visit our website to schedule an appointment today.

Sports Medicine Doctors | Helping Children with Sports related Injuries Our Sports Medicine Doctors at Medical Center Children’s Orthopedic and Spine Specialists are seeing more sports injuries in children.

If you have a young athlete in the family, you probably already realize that injuries happen.

Luckily, the doctors at are ready for any sports injury that comes their way – sports medicine is one of our specialties – and Doctors Shyam Kishan, Richard Hostin, and Kathryn Wiesman are happy to help families get back in the game.

Call 214.556.0590 or visit our website to schedule an appointment today.

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