Best in Pediatric Orthopedic Care

Orthopedics and Orthopedic Surgery at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia were ranked No. 1 in the nation, according to U.S.News & World Report’s 2012-13 survey of Best Children’s Hospitals. CHOP's Division of Orthopedic Surgery is one of the most active centers for pediatric orthopedic care in the world. Our pioneering surgeons, world-class facilities and multidisciplinary team are ready to treat any orthopedic problem your child may have. Learn more »

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Why Choose Us?

  • We have provided high-quality, safe and effective orthopedic care for more than 120 years.
  • We have more than 59,000 orthopedic outpatient visits and more than 3,400 hospital stays a year.
  • Our orthopedic experts handle a wide variety of orthopedic conditions.
  • Our orthopedic surgeons offer procedures for some conditions that are not found elsewhere in the region
  • Our team of world-renowned orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine pediatricians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants provide complete and individualized care for your child.
  • We work with many other specialists at CHOP to coordinate your child's care.
  • You can access our services at eight convenient locations (including two ambulatory surgery centers) in PA and NJ.
  • The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is ranked first in pediatric care by both Parents magazine and U.S.News & World Report.

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Our Service Locations

No matter where you are in PA or NJ, CHOP Orthopedics is close by. Learn more about the services and physicians available at all eight of our locations.

Professional Resources

Video: Limb-sparing Orthopedic Surgery for Pediatric Cancer

Surgery remains an important treatment for bone cancer in children. Orthopedic oncologists and pediatric oncologists work together to coordinate the surgery and the chemotherapy. Learn more about limb-sparing surgery in this new video.

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Parents like us!

The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia was ranked best in the nation, according to Parents magazine’s 2013 report of Best Children’s Hospitals. Orthopedics at CHOP was spotlighted in the rankings.
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International Patients

 Visit our new website for international visitors. Available in English and Arabic, the site details what you can expect if you bring your child to the United States' top-ranked children's hospital. Visit International Patient Services.

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