Pediatric Surgery

The UT Physicians Pediatric Surgery team is committed to excellence in surgical care with an approach centered around your child. As faculty members of McGovern Medical School, our physicians provide leading-edge care for children from around the world.

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Pediatric General & Thoracic Surgery

FROM EMERGENCY TO CONTINUED CARE

The UT Physicians Pediatric Surgical team partners with the Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and the Children’s Cancer Hospital at MD Anderson. We offer emergency and continued care for pediatric trauma patients from our level 1 trauma facility based at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital. Our UT surgical team collaborates with outstanding health care professionals in our partner facilities to care for each child and their family.

Pediatric Neurosurgery

TRADITIONAL AND MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY

By utilizing the most advanced imaging technologies designed specifically for pediatric patients – including MRI, CT, PET, MEG, stereo-electroencephalography (SEEG), deep brain stimulation (DBS) and responsive neurostimulation (RNS) – neurosurgeons are able to identify and treat specific areas of the brain and significantly lower the risk of complications. When traditional surgery is required, endoscopic techniques are often used to reduce incision size and scarring for patients who are candidates.

Pediatric Plastic Surgery

CHILD RECONSTRUCTIVE & PLASTIC SURGERY

This highly specialized team is dedicated to early diagnosis and treatment of craniofacial conditions with a team approach. Team members include specialists in pediatric plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthodontics, oral surgery, pediatric neurosurgery, otolaryngology, prosthodontics, dermatology, speech pathology, genetics and nursing. Together, the team seeks to provide high-quality care to patients, as well as ongoing support to their families through education and support.

Pediatric Urology

EXCEPTIONAL CARE

UT Physicians Pediatric Urologists provide exceptional care for children. They treat the following conditions:

Antenatal Hydronephrosis
Balanitis
Bladder exstrophy
Bladder stones
Chordee
Circumcision
Cross-fused ectopic kidney
Daytime incontinence
And more

Spina Bifida

GAIN A BETTER UNDERSTANDING

Spina bifida is a rare birth defect where the spinal cord does not develop properly. The condition is a type of neural tube defect that can occur anywhere along the spine within the first 28 days of pregnancy.

Depending on size, location and type, Spina bifida can range from mild to severe. The cause is uncertain but some risk factors include folic acid deficiency, family history, diabetes, obesity and certain medications.

Conditions Treated

Comprehensive Congenital Colorectal Program

Children diagnosed with congenital colorectal conditions may require a transition of care as they age. The Comprehensive Congenital Colorectal Program is comprised of both pediatric and adult experts who share one common goal — greater independence and improved quality of life for their patients.

Texas Comprehensive Spasticity Center

Utilizing both nonsurgical and surgical treatment options, patients are provided tailored care plans that fit their personal needs at the Texas Comprehensive Spasticity Center. Their team of experts specializes in a range of conditions, including cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, hereditary spastic paraparesis, and brain injuries.

Comprehensive Cleft and Craniofacial Care

The Texas Cleft-Craniofacial Team combines the latest advancements in surgical care with compassionate and personalized treatment plans for those diagnosed with cleft or craniofacial conditions. Patients and their families are able to visit with multiple physicians during one visit as part of their collaborative, multidisciplinary approach.

Comprehensive Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) Program

Being a distinctive, multidisciplinary initiative catering to patients of all ages, ranging from unborn child, through children, and into adulthood, we provide thorough and individualized care to patients across all age groups by fostering collaboration, developing expertise, leading innovation, and through a comprehensive research program.