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Treatment
Vaginoplasty
Shriners Children’s surgeons perform this surgical procedure for repair, reconstruction and construction of the vagina.
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Treatment
Anoplasty
Shriners Children's pediatric surgeons perform this surgery to correct anorectal malformations that cause painful bowel movements. It involves the reconstruction of the anus to stretch or enlarge the opening where stool drains.
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About Shriners Children's Ohio
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Ohio/About-UsLearn how Shriners Children's Ohio transforms the lives of children through specialized care and innovation
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About Shriners Children’s Twin Cities
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Twin-Cities/About-UsLearn how Shriners Children's Twin Cities transforms the lives of children through specialized care
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About Shriners Children's Philadelphia
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Philadelphia/About-UsLearn how Shriners Children's Philadelphia transforms the lives of children through our specialized care, research and education
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Podcast
Nerve Transfers in Pediatric Population
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2019/12/Nerve-Transfers-in-Pediatric-PopulationIn a podcast, Felicity Fishman, M.D., explains nerve transfer surgery in children and post-operative care.
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Podcast
Brachial Plexus
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2023/04/Brachial-PlexusDr. Krister Freese discusses the symptoms and treatment options of brachial plexus injuries.
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Treatment
Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty
Shriners Children’s colorectal surgeons use this procedure to repair anorectal malformations in some children by surgically creating the child’s anus within the sphincter muscle.
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Treatment
Prosthetics & Orthotics
Shriners Children’s Pediatric Orthotics and Prosthetic Services (POPS) designs, fits and manufactures orthotics and prosthetics for children from infants to young adults.
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Treatment
Gastrostomy Tube Placement
A gastrostomy tube (G-tube) is placed in the stomach as a feeding tube for children who cannot get enough nutrition by mouth. Shriners Children’s uses G-tubes for children with esophageal, stomach or intestinal problems.