Fact Sheets

Curvature of the Spine (Scoliosis)
If your doctor diagnoses you or your child with scoliosis, it means he is seeing a side-to-side curve in the spine.
Spinal Deformity
Spinal deformities are abnormal alignments or curves in the bony vertebral column that forms the spine. Learn about causes and treatment.
Craniofacial Surgery
Craniofacial surgery may be used to treat urgent, life-threatening conditions as well as important “quality of life” reconstructive procedures.
Congenital Deformities of the Outer Ear
A congenital deformity of the outer ear is a visible malformation of the ear since birth.
Limb Length Discrepancy
Limb length discrepancy is a condition in which a patient has a significant difference in the lengths of their arms or legs. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis is a chronic, inflammatory disease in children that causes swelling, pain, and stiffness in joints. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Degenerative and Rheumatologic Spinal Disorders
Degenerative back pain, due to loss of bone or tissue, is often age-related. Rheumatologic back pain is an autoimmune condition.
Spondylosis
Wear and tear on the joints and disks of the spine that cause pain and stiffness in the neck and back
Short Stature (Growth Disorders) in Children
Short statue is typically diagnosed when a child's height is two standard deviations from the mean for his or her age and gender. Learn about causes and treatment.
Surgery for Cleft Lip and Palate
Cleft lip and cleft palate occur when tissues in the lips and/or the roof of the mouth fail to properly join during fetal development.