Achondroplasia
Nemours Children's is world-renowned for the diagnosis and treatment of achondroplasia and other skeletal dysplasias. We work as a team to maximize children’s mobility, correct deformity and prevent future complications. If your child has been diagnosed with achondroplasia (a type of skeletal dysplasia), we’re here to ease your concerns, answer your questions and give your child the best possible chance for a healthy future.
Nemours Children's is world-renowned for the diagnosis and treatment of achondroplasia and other skeletal dysplasias. We work as a team to maximize children’s mobility, correct deformity and prevent future complications. If your child has been diagnosed with achondroplasia (a type of skeletal dysplasia), we’re here to ease your concerns, answer your questions and give your child the best possible chance for a healthy future.
Why Choose Us
Nemours has been recognized for delivering advanced pediatric orthopedic care since 1940. Families from all over the world travel to see our skeletal dysplasia experts. Our experts have the experience and training to diagnose and manage even the rarest types of skeletal dysplasia. With more than 400 types of skeletal dysplasia, Dr. Mahim Jain and Dr. Ricki Carroll offer families answers, management plans and the opportunity to participate in ongoing clinical research.
Our team of complex care pediatricians, pediatric orthopedists, genetic counselors, nurse practitioners, anesthesiologists, physical therapists, neurosurgeons and others all work together to create a personalized treatment plan.
Treatment is led by our world-renowned pediatric orthopedic experts, including Dr. William Giles Stuart Mackenzie. Since skeletal dysplasia can evolve and change with time, Nemours has established one of the world’s top pediatric imaging programs to track and measure changes to children’s bodies.
Our care navigators coordinate appointments since most kids need appointments with different specialists, and some may need multiple surgeries. We also help kids with achondroplasia achieve the highest possible function and quality of life through access to Nemours experts and support services, including:
- Clinical trials research opportunities
- Support services and community resources