Hip Disorders Program
The Hip Disorders Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all pediatric hip disorders. We treat infants, children, teens and young adults with congenital, developmental and post-traumatic hip disorders.
Closed Reduction Procedure for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip: Elise’s Story

After two different braces failed to correct Elise's hip dysplasia, she underwent hip surgery at CHOP and spent 12 weeks in a spica cast.
Why Choose Us?
Led by orthopaedic surgeons Wudbhav N. Sankar, MD, Richard S. Davidson, MD, B. David Horn, MD, Lawrence Wells, MD, David Spiegel, MD and Jack Flynn, MD, CHOP’s Hip Disorder Program is one of the largest and most comprehensive pediatric hip programs in the country.
Our Team
Our multidisciplinary team of surgeons, radiologists, advanced practice nurses and others consider all possible treatment options for children, adolescents and young adults with hip disorders.