--- title: "Pediatric orthopedics services at Sutter Health" description: "Get compassionate and expert pediatric orthopedic care at Sutter Health to treat children’s bone, muscle, and joint conditions, supporting their healthy growth." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-orthopedics" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Pediatric orthopedics ![pediatric-orthopedics-2](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/pediatric-orthopedics-2.jpg?h=2100&iar=0&w=3150) # Pediatric orthopedics We’re here to support your child from diagnosis to recovery when they need orthopedic help. Our pediatric orthopedists and sports medicine doctors provide compassionate care to infants, children, teens and their families. [Find a pediatric orthopedist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22acceptingNewPatients%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5Btrue%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Pediatric+Orthopedics%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals?facets=%7B%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%3A%7B%22136%22%3A%7B%22value%22%3A%22Pediatric+Orthopedics%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%7D%7D%7D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) ![pediatric-orthopedics-2](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/pediatric-orthopedics-2.jpg?h=2100&iar=0&w=3150) ## Why choose Sutter? It’s hard to see your kids hurting. But broken bones, concussions and other injuries are often a part of an active childhood. Treating orthopedic conditions in children requires special expertise because their bones, muscles and joints are still growing. Our pediatric orthopedic providers partner with other pediatric specialists to take care of the specific needs of your child.  Depending on the condition, your care team may include pediatric orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, rheumatologists, endocrinologists and others. Whether it’s a sport injury or ongoing condition, our teams are here to help your child heal and get back to movement and play. ## By the numbers ### 600+ pediatric providers in our communities take care of kids' health needs. ### 5 sports medicine clinics provide concussion assessment and care to protect your child’s brain health. ### 25+ pediatric specialties are treated by compassionate doctors who are dedicated to children’s health. ### 10 Sutter hospitals honored as America's best for 2024 by Healthgrades. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - ACL tear - Clubfoot - Concussion - Hip Dislocation - Hip Dysplasia - Limb Deficiency - [Rheumatoid arthritis](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/arthritis-rheumatology) - [Scoliosis](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/scoliosis) - Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis - Split spinal cord malformation ![doctors-team-are-analyzing-fracture-knee-model](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/doctors-team-are-analyzing-fracture-knee-model.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Musculoskeletal conditions research Musculoskeletal conditions cause pain or injuries in the joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves and tendons that support the arms, legs, neck and back. Research aims to improve treatment and prevent these issues, especially in the workplace. [View research](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_researchTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Musculoskeletal+Disorders%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=clinical_trial) ## Sutter spotlight Health & wellness ### [Sports Injuries in Children](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/sports-injuries-in-children) Most injuries from playing sports can be prevented, including overuse and dehydration. Learn what you can do to prevent them. Health & wellness ### [Growing Pains in Children](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/growing-pains-in-children) Find out what they are, who they impact and what to do about them. Health & wellness ### [Kids, Sports and Safety](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/kids-sports-safety) Learn how to keep kids safe and know when something is wrong. ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Bones%2C+joints+and+muscles%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Class ### [Integrative Approach to Back Pain](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a921393a2df098eb8ae55e4/) Wednesday, November 18, 2026 Integrative chiropractor Scott Larsen shares his approach to back pain, exploring movement, posture, and inflammation to help patients understand and find relief. - Class ### [Support for Long Covid (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6aea1c8d96b7788d3d5075a5/) Tuesday, January 5, 2027 In this 4-part series, join others facing the challenges of Long Covid to learn about integrative strategies to facilitate your healing. - Class ### [Finding Relief from Mast Cell Overactivity (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a922c3193564e6106f484c5/) Thursday, December 10, 2026 Join integrative physician Andy Luckett, MD, to learn about mast cell and histamine disorders, what may cause their dysfunction, and integrative approaches that may help ease symptoms. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Bones%2C+joints+and+muscles%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Patient stories [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) - [Patient story ### Two Torn ACLs Won’t Keep Teen From Her Sports Dream ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/two-torn-acls-wont-keep-teen-from-her-sports-dream-2023563870) [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) ## Help kids heal and stay active Get care at Sutter to help your child heal, move with confidence and get safely back to play. 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