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James Kasser | Education

Medical School

Tufts University School of Medicine

1976, Boston, MA

Internship

Maine Medical Center

1977, Portland, ME

Residency

New England Medical Center

1981, Boston, MA

Fellowship

Aldred I. Dupont Institute

1982, Wilmington, DE

James Kasser | Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (General)

James Kasser | Professional History

Dr. James R. Kasser is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon, working at Boston Children’s Hospital for the past 33 years. He is the Ormandy Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kasser’s primary clinical focus has been on lower extremity congenital abnormalities and trauma. His academic work has focused on clinical research related to orthopedic practice.

He is presently the Surgeon-in-Chief and has served in this capacity for seven years. He was the Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery from 1994-2013. Nationally, he has served as the President of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA) and been on the boards of both POSNA and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). He served as a director of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery for 10 years and was president of that accrediting organization in 2011. He is presently on the boards of the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery and Boston Children’s Hospital.

James Kasser | Media

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James Kasser | Publications

  1. Hazard of Failed Nonoperative Management for Symptomatic Accessory Navicular in Children and Adolescents: A Population-Based Case-Cohort Study. J Pediatr Orthop. 2024 Oct 01; 44(9):e809-e815. View Hazard of Failed Nonoperative Management for Symptomatic Accessory Navicular in Children and Adolescents: A Population-Based Case-Cohort Study. Abstract

  2. MRI of the Spine in Patients who Toe Walk: Is There a Role? J Pediatr Orthop. 2024 Apr 01; 44(4):267-272. View MRI of the Spine in Patients who Toe Walk: Is There a Role? Abstract

  3. Jumping on the Bandwagon: Comparing the Efficacy of Chlorhexidine Versus Povidone-Iodine Preoperative Skin Antiseptic in Preventing Surgical Site Infections Following Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery. J Pediatr Orthop. 2022 Jan 01; 42(1):e39-e44. View Jumping on the Bandwagon: Comparing the Efficacy of Chlorhexidine Versus Povidone-Iodine Preoperative Skin Antiseptic in Preventing Surgical Site Infections Following Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery. Abstract

  4. Prospective Evaluation of Tarsal Coalition Excision Show Significant Improvements in Pain and Function. J Pediatr Orthop. 2021 Oct 01; 41(9):e828-e832. View Prospective Evaluation of Tarsal Coalition Excision Show Significant Improvements in Pain and Function. Abstract

  5. Epiphysiodesis for Leg Length Discrepancy: A Cost Analysis of Drill Versus Screw Technique. J Surg Orthop Adv. 2021; 30(3):181-184. View Epiphysiodesis for Leg Length Discrepancy: A Cost Analysis of Drill Versus Screw Technique. Abstract

  6. Congenital Pseudarthrosis of the Fibula: Controlling Ankle Valgus in a Heterogenous Condition. J Pediatr Orthop. 2020 Aug; 40(7):e647-e655. View Congenital Pseudarthrosis of the Fibula: Controlling Ankle Valgus in a Heterogenous Condition. Abstract

  7. Prospective evaluation of parental anxiety related to newborn foot disorder. J Child Orthop. 2019 Oct 01; 13(5):500-507. View Prospective evaluation of parental anxiety related to newborn foot disorder. Abstract

  8. Multisource Evaluation of Surgeon Behavior Is Associated With Malpractice Claims. Ann Surg. 2019 07; 270(1):84-90. View Multisource Evaluation of Surgeon Behavior Is Associated With Malpractice Claims. Abstract

  9. Reconstruction of Symptomatic Congenital Anterior Cruciate Ligament Insufficiency. J Pediatr Orthop. 2019 Feb; 39(2):59-64. View Reconstruction of Symptomatic Congenital Anterior Cruciate Ligament Insufficiency. Abstract

  10. A comparison of screw versus drill and curettage epiphysiodesis to correct leg-length discrepancy. J Child Orthop. 2018 Oct 01; 12(5):509-514. View A comparison of screw versus drill and curettage epiphysiodesis to correct leg-length discrepancy. Abstract

  11. Lower-extremity growth patterns and skeletal maturation in children with unilateral fibular hemimelia. Pediatr Radiol. 2019 01; 49(1):122-127. View Lower-extremity growth patterns and skeletal maturation in children with unilateral fibular hemimelia. Abstract

  12. Commentary. J Pediatr Orthop. 2018 07; 38 Suppl 1:S4. View Commentary. Abstract

  13. Constant inhibition in congenital lower extremity shortening: does it begin in utero? Pediatr Radiol. 2018 09; 48(10):1451-1462. View Constant inhibition in congenital lower extremity shortening: does it begin in utero? Abstract

  14. Closed Reduction and Percutaneous Pinning of Pediatric Supracondylar Humeral Fractures. JBJS Essent Surg Tech. 2018 Jun 27; 8(2):e10. View Closed Reduction and Percutaneous Pinning of Pediatric Supracondylar Humeral Fractures. Abstract

  15. Spinal dysraphism and dislocated hip: Beware of anomalous sciatic nerve through Ilium, a case report. Medicine (Baltimore). 2018 Mar; 97(12):e9770. View Spinal dysraphism and dislocated hip: Beware of anomalous sciatic nerve through Ilium, a case report. Abstract

  16. Clubfoot relapse: does presentation differ based on age at initial relapse? J Child Orthop. 2017 Oct 01; 11(5):367-372. View Clubfoot relapse: does presentation differ based on age at initial relapse? Abstract

  17. Subtalar Coalitions: Does the Morphology of the Subtalar Joint Involvement Influence Outcomes After Coalition Excision? J Foot Ankle Surg. 2017 Jul - Aug; 56(4):797-801. View Subtalar Coalitions: Does the Morphology of the Subtalar Joint Involvement Influence Outcomes After Coalition Excision? Abstract

  18. Surgical Reconstruction of Metatarsal Type Preaxial Polydactyly Using an Amalgamating Osteotomy. J Pediatr Orthop. 2016 Sep; 36(6):e66-70. View Surgical Reconstruction of Metatarsal Type Preaxial Polydactyly Using an Amalgamating Osteotomy. Abstract

  19. Evaluation of Brace Treatment for Infant Hip Dislocation in a Prospective Cohort: Defining the Success Rate and Variables Associated with Failure. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2016 Jul 20; 98(14):1215-21. View Evaluation of Brace Treatment for Infant Hip Dislocation in a Prospective Cohort: Defining the Success Rate and Variables Associated with Failure. Abstract

  20. Treatment dilemma in multiple metatarsal fractures: when to operate? J Pediatr Orthop B. 2016 Jul; 25(4):354-60. View Treatment dilemma in multiple metatarsal fractures: when to operate? Abstract

  21. Boston Children's Hospital orthopedic surgery program. J Pediatr Orthop B. 2016 Jul; 25(4):289-91. View Boston Children's Hospital orthopedic surgery program. Abstract

  22. Patient-reported Outcomes of Tarsal Coalitions Treated With Surgical Excision. J Pediatr Orthop. 2015 Sep; 35(6):583-8. View Patient-reported Outcomes of Tarsal Coalitions Treated With Surgical Excision. Abstract

  23. Likelihood of surgery in isolated pediatric fifth metatarsal fractures. J Pediatr Orthop. 2015 Apr-May; 35(3):296-302. View Likelihood of surgery in isolated pediatric fifth metatarsal fractures. Abstract

  24. Medial versus anterior open reduction for developmental hip dislocation in age-matched patients. J Pediatr Orthop. 2015 Jan; 35(1):50-6. View Medial versus anterior open reduction for developmental hip dislocation in age-matched patients. Abstract

  25. Maternal cigarette, alcohol, and coffee consumption in relation to risk of clubfoot. Paediatr Perinat Epidemiol. 2015 Jan; 29(1):3-10. View Maternal cigarette, alcohol, and coffee consumption in relation to risk of clubfoot. Abstract

  26. Complications after modified Dunn osteotomy for the treatment of adolescent slipped capital femoral epiphysis. J Pediatr Orthop. 2014 Oct-Nov; 34(7):661-7. View Complications after modified Dunn osteotomy for the treatment of adolescent slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Abstract

  27. Satisfactory patient-based outcomes after surgical treatment for idiopathic clubfoot: includes surgeon's individualized technique. J Pediatr Orthop. 2014 Sep; 34(6):631-8. View Satisfactory patient-based outcomes after surgical treatment for idiopathic clubfoot: includes surgeon's individualized technique. Abstract

  28. Medication use in pregnancy in relation to the risk of isolated clubfoot in offspring. Am J Epidemiol. 2014 Jul 01; 180(1):86-93. View Medication use in pregnancy in relation to the risk of isolated clubfoot in offspring. Abstract

  29. Anesthetic considerations in Sheldon-Hall syndrome. Paediatr Anaesth. 2014 May; 24(5):538-40. View Anesthetic considerations in Sheldon-Hall syndrome. Abstract

  30. Prenatal screening for clubfoot: what factors predict prenatal detection? Prenat Diagn. 2014 Apr; 34(4):389-93. View Prenatal screening for clubfoot: what factors predict prenatal detection? Abstract

  31. Fibro-adipose vascular anomaly: clinical-radiologic-pathologic features of a newly delineated disorder of the extremity. J Pediatr Orthop. 2014 Jan; 34(1):109-17. View Fibro-adipose vascular anomaly: clinical-radiologic-pathologic features of a newly delineated disorder of the extremity. Abstract

  32. Is it worthwhile to routinely ultrasound screen children with idiopathic clubfoot for hip dysplasia? J Pediatr Orthop. 2013 Dec; 33(8):847-51. View Is it worthwhile to routinely ultrasound screen children with idiopathic clubfoot for hip dysplasia? Abstract

  33. Prospective evaluation of a prenatal sonographic clubfoot classification system. Fetal Diagn Ther. 2013; 34(4):236-40. View Prospective evaluation of a prenatal sonographic clubfoot classification system. Abstract

  34. Descriptive epidemiology of idiopathic clubfoot. Am J Med Genet A. 2013 Jul; 161A(7):1569-78. View Descriptive epidemiology of idiopathic clubfoot. Abstract

  35. Changing practice patterns: the impact of a randomized clinical trial on surgeons preference for treatment of type 3 supracondylar humerus fractures. J Pediatr Orthop. 2012 Jun; 32(4):340-5. View Changing practice patterns: the impact of a randomized clinical trial on surgeons preference for treatment of type 3 supracondylar humerus fractures. Abstract

  36. Primary lyme arthritis of the pediatric hip. J Pediatr Orthop. 2011 Oct-Nov; 31(7):787-90. View Primary lyme arthritis of the pediatric hip. Abstract

  37. Misdiagnosis of knee venous malformation as juvenile idiopathic arthritis. J Pediatr Orthop. 2011 Sep; 31(6):683-90. View Misdiagnosis of knee venous malformation as juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Abstract

  38. A policy-based intervention for the reduction of communication breakdowns in inpatient surgical care: results from a Harvard surgical safety collaborative. Ann Surg. 2011 May; 253(5):849-54. View A policy-based intervention for the reduction of communication breakdowns in inpatient surgical care: results from a Harvard surgical safety collaborative. Abstract

  39. Loss-of-function mutations in PTPN11 cause metachondromatosis, but not Ollier disease or Maffucci syndrome. PLoS Genet. 2011 Apr; 7(4):e1002050. View Loss-of-function mutations in PTPN11 cause metachondromatosis, but not Ollier disease or Maffucci syndrome. Abstract

  40. Complications of talus fractures in children. J Pediatr Orthop. 2010 Dec; 30(8):779-84. View Complications of talus fractures in children. Abstract

  41. Unilateral subtalar coalition: contralateral sustentaculum tali morphology. Radiology. 2010 Dec; 257(3):830-5. View Unilateral subtalar coalition: contralateral sustentaculum tali morphology. Abstract

  42. Prenatally diagnosed clubfeet: comparing ultrasonographic severity with objective clinical outcomes. J Pediatr Orthop. 2010 Sep; 30(6):606-11. View Prenatally diagnosed clubfeet: comparing ultrasonographic severity with objective clinical outcomes. Abstract

  43. Maintenance of certification for pediatric orthopaedists. J Pediatr Orthop. 2009 Dec; 29(8):844-6. View Maintenance of certification for pediatric orthopaedists. Abstract

  44. Diffuse lipofibromatosis of the lower extremity masquerading as a vascular anomaly. Ann Plast Surg. 2009 Jun; 62(6):703-6. View Diffuse lipofibromatosis of the lower extremity masquerading as a vascular anomaly. Abstract

  45. Post-closed reduction perfusion magnetic resonance imaging as a predictor of avascular necrosis in developmental hip dysplasia: a preliminary report. J Pediatr Orthop. 2009 Jan-Feb; 29(1):14-20. View Post-closed reduction perfusion magnetic resonance imaging as a predictor of avascular necrosis in developmental hip dysplasia: a preliminary report. Abstract

  46. Prediction of spatial orientation and morphology of calcaneonavicular coalitions. Foot Ankle Int. 2008 Feb; 29(2):205-12. View Prediction of spatial orientation and morphology of calcaneonavicular coalitions. Abstract

  47. Orthopedic board certification and physician performance: an analysis of medical malpractice, hospital disciplinary action, and state medical board disciplinary action rates. Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2008 Feb; 37(2):73-5. View Orthopedic board certification and physician performance: an analysis of medical malpractice, hospital disciplinary action, and state medical board disciplinary action rates. Abstract

  48. Does swaddling influence developmental dysplasia of the hip? Pediatrics. 2008 Jan; 121(1):177-8. View Does swaddling influence developmental dysplasia of the hip? Abstract

  49. Operative treatment of intraarticular calcaneal fractures in the pediatric population. J Pediatr Orthop. 2007 Dec; 27(8):856-62. View Operative treatment of intraarticular calcaneal fractures in the pediatric population. Abstract

  50. Lateral entry compared with medial and lateral entry pin fixation for completely displaced supracondylar humeral fractures in children. A randomized clinical trial. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2007 Apr; 89(4):706-12. View Lateral entry compared with medial and lateral entry pin fixation for completely displaced supracondylar humeral fractures in children. A randomized clinical trial. Abstract

  51. Increased blood lead levels in an adolescent girl from a retained bullet. A case report. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2006 Dec; 88(12):2726-9. View Increased blood lead levels in an adolescent girl from a retained bullet. A case report. Abstract

  52. Proximal femoral epiphysiolysis during reduction of hip dislocation in adolescents. J Pediatr Orthop. 2006 May-Jun; 26(3):371-4. View Proximal femoral epiphysiolysis during reduction of hip dislocation in adolescents. Abstract

  53. Osteotomy does not improve early outcome after slipped capital femoral epiphysis. J Pediatr Orthop B. 2006 Mar; 15(2):87-92. View Osteotomy does not improve early outcome after slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Abstract

  54. Hip arthroscopy in children and adolescents. J Pediatr Orthop. 2005 Sep-Oct; 25(5):680-6. View Hip arthroscopy in children and adolescents. Abstract

  55. Location of treatment of supracondylar fractures of the humerus in children. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2005 May; (434):110-3. View Location of treatment of supracondylar fractures of the humerus in children. Abstract

  56. Serum levels of nickel and chromium after instrumented posterior spinal arthrodesis. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2005 Apr 15; 30(8):923-6. View Serum levels of nickel and chromium after instrumented posterior spinal arthrodesis. Abstract

  57. Waterproof casts for immobilization of children's fractures and sprains. J Pediatr Orthop. 2005 Jan-Feb; 25(1):56-9. View Waterproof casts for immobilization of children's fractures and sprains. Abstract

  58. Prophylactic pinning of the contralateral hip after unilateral slipped capital femoral epiphysis. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2004 Dec; 86(12):2658-65. View Prophylactic pinning of the contralateral hip after unilateral slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Abstract

  59. Analysis of 51 tibial triplane fractures using CT with multiplanar reconstruction. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2004 Nov; 183(5):1489-95. View Analysis of 51 tibial triplane fractures using CT with multiplanar reconstruction. Abstract

  60. Validation of a clinical prediction rule for the differentiation between septic arthritis and transient synovitis of the hip in children. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2004 Aug; 86(8):1629-35. View Validation of a clinical prediction rule for the differentiation between septic arthritis and transient synovitis of the hip in children. Abstract

  61. Delay in diagnosis of slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Pediatrics. 2004 Apr; 113(4):e322-5. View Delay in diagnosis of slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Abstract

  62. Wilms tumor screening is unnecessary in Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome. Pediatrics. 2004 Apr; 113(4):e326-9. View Wilms tumor screening is unnecessary in Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome. Abstract

  63. A clinical practice guideline for treatment of septic arthritis in children: efficacy in improving process of care and effect on outcome of septic arthritis of the hip. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2003 Jun; 85(6):994-9. View A clinical practice guideline for treatment of septic arthritis in children: efficacy in improving process of care and effect on outcome of septic arthritis of the hip. Abstract

  64. Osteopetrosis. Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2003 May; 32(5):222-8. View Osteopetrosis. Abstract

  65. Use of an abduction brace for developmental dysplasia of the hip after failure of Pavlik harness use. J Pediatr Orthop. 2003 Mar-Apr; 23(2):175-7. View Use of an abduction brace for developmental dysplasia of the hip after failure of Pavlik harness use. Abstract

  66. Coxa vara with proximal femoral growth arrest in patients who had neonatal extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. J Pediatr Orthop. 2003 Jan-Feb; 23(1):20-6. View Coxa vara with proximal femoral growth arrest in patients who had neonatal extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Abstract

  67. Prospective reevaluation of the association between thrombotic diathesis and legg-perthes disease. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2002 Sep; 84(9):1613-8. View Prospective reevaluation of the association between thrombotic diathesis and legg-perthes disease. Abstract

  68. Virtual reality simulation of arthroscopy of the knee. Arthroscopy. 2002 Jul-Aug; 18(6):E28. View Virtual reality simulation of arthroscopy of the knee. Abstract

  69. Pediatric floating elbow. J Pediatr Orthop. 2001 Jul-Aug; 21(4):456-9. View Pediatric floating elbow. Abstract

  70. Early failure of Pavlik harness treatment for developmental hip dysplasia: clinical and ultrasound predictors. J Pediatr Orthop. 2001 May-Jun; 21(3):348-53. View Early failure of Pavlik harness treatment for developmental hip dysplasia: clinical and ultrasound predictors. Abstract

  71. Osteonecrosis of the femoral head associated with slipped capital femoral epiphysis. J Pediatr Orthop. 2001 Mar-Apr; 21(2):189-93. View Osteonecrosis of the femoral head associated with slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Abstract

  72. Wagner multiple K-wire osteosynthesis to correct coxa vara in the young child: experience with a versatile 'tailor-made' high angle blade plate equivalent. J Pediatr Orthop B. 2001 Jan; 10(1):43-50. View Wagner multiple K-wire osteosynthesis to correct coxa vara in the young child: experience with a versatile 'tailor-made' high angle blade plate equivalent. Abstract

  73. Titanium elastic nails for pediatric femur fractures: a multicenter study of early results with analysis of complications. J Pediatr Orthop. 2001 Jan-Feb; 21(1):4-8. View Titanium elastic nails for pediatric femur fractures: a multicenter study of early results with analysis of complications. Abstract

  74. Development of a virtual reality arthroscopic knee simulator. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2000 Oct; 82(10):1495-9. View Development of a virtual reality arthroscopic knee simulator. Abstract

  75. Flexon-type Salter-Harris I injury of the proximal tibial epiphysis. J Orthop Trauma. 2000 May; 14(4):302-5. View Flexon-type Salter-Harris I injury of the proximal tibial epiphysis. Abstract

  76. Massive subperiosteal hemorrhage and femoral shaft osteonecrosis: a complication of tissue plasminogen activator therapy for purpura fulminans. Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2000 Apr; 29(4):315-9. View Massive subperiosteal hemorrhage and femoral shaft osteonecrosis: a complication of tissue plasminogen activator therapy for purpura fulminans. Abstract

  77. Development of a virtual reality arthroscopic knee simulator. Stud Health Technol Inform. 2000; 70:192-4. View Development of a virtual reality arthroscopic knee simulator. Abstract

  78. Orthopaedic aspects of child abuse. J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2000 Jan-Feb; 8(1):10-20. View Orthopaedic aspects of child abuse. Abstract

  79. Differentiating between septic arthritis and transient synovitis of the hip in children: an evidence-based clinical prediction algorithm. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1999 Dec; 81(12):1662-70. View Differentiating between septic arthritis and transient synovitis of the hip in children: an evidence-based clinical prediction algorithm. Abstract

  80. Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease: MR imaging evaluation during manual positioning of the hip--comparison with conventional arthrography. Radiology. 1999 Aug; 212(2):519-25. View Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease: MR imaging evaluation during manual positioning of the hip--comparison with conventional arthrography. Abstract

  81. Radiologic case study. Infantile cortical hyperostosis (Caffey's disease). Orthopedics. 1999 Jul; 22(7):712, 707-8. View Radiologic case study. Infantile cortical hyperostosis (Caffey's disease). Abstract

  82. Radiographic appearance of the normal distal tibiofibular syndesmosis in children. J Pediatr Orthop. 1999 Jan-Feb; 19(1):14-21. View Radiographic appearance of the normal distal tibiofibular syndesmosis in children. Abstract

  83. Femur fractures in children: treatment with early sitting spica casting. J Pediatr Orthop. 1998 Jul-Aug; 18(4):481-7. View Femur fractures in children: treatment with early sitting spica casting. Abstract

  84. Protrusio acetabuli and bilateral basicervical femoral neck fractures in a patient with Marfan syndrome. Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 1997 Oct; 26(10):689-91. View Protrusio acetabuli and bilateral basicervical femoral neck fractures in a patient with Marfan syndrome. Abstract

  85. Chronic physeal fractures in myelodysplasia: magnetic resonance analysis, histologic description, treatment, and outcome. J Pediatr Orthop. 1997 Sep-Oct; 17(5):615-21. View Chronic physeal fractures in myelodysplasia: magnetic resonance analysis, histologic description, treatment, and outcome. Abstract

  86. Postreduction computed tomography in developmental dislocation of the hip: part I: analysis of measurement reliability. J Pediatr Orthop. 1997 Sep-Oct; 17(5):626-30. View Postreduction computed tomography in developmental dislocation of the hip: part I: analysis of measurement reliability. Abstract

  87. Postreduction computed tomography in developmental dislocation of the hip: part II: predictive value for outcome. J Pediatr Orthop. 1997 Sep-Oct; 17(5):631-6. View Postreduction computed tomography in developmental dislocation of the hip: part II: predictive value for outcome. Abstract

  88. Accuracy of leg length prediction in children younger than 10 years of age. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1997 May; (338):9-13. View Accuracy of leg length prediction in children younger than 10 years of age. Abstract

  89. Supracondylar Fractures of the Humerus in Children. J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 1997 Jan; 5(1):19-26. View Supracondylar Fractures of the Humerus in Children. Abstract

  90. Ulnar nerve instability in children. J Pediatr Orthop. 1996 Sep-Oct; 16(5):567-9. View Ulnar nerve instability in children. Abstract

  91. MR imaging in congenital lower limb deformities. Pediatr Radiol. 1996; 26(6):381-7. View MR imaging in congenital lower limb deformities. Abstract

  92. Cartilaginous abnormalities and growth disturbances in Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease: evaluation with MR imaging. Radiology. 1995 Dec; 197(3):767-73. View Cartilaginous abnormalities and growth disturbances in Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease: evaluation with MR imaging. Abstract

  93. The Pavlik harness and developmental dysplasia of the hip: has ultrasound changed treatment patterns? J Pediatr Orthop. 1995 Nov-Dec; 15(6):729-35. View The Pavlik harness and developmental dysplasia of the hip: has ultrasound changed treatment patterns? Abstract

  94. Osteomyelitis and septic arthritis in children: appropriate use of imaging to guide treatment. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 1995 Aug; 165(2):399-403. View Osteomyelitis and septic arthritis in children: appropriate use of imaging to guide treatment. Abstract

  95. Symposium: femoral fractures in children. Contemp Orthop. 1995 May; 30(5):427-30, 433, 437-8 passim. View Symposium: femoral fractures in children. Abstract

  96. Fractures about the elbow. Instr Course Lect. 1995; 44:199-215. View Fractures about the elbow. Abstract

  97. Neurovascular injury and displacement in type III supracondylar humerus fractures. J Pediatr Orthop. 1995 Jan-Feb; 15(1):47-52. View Neurovascular injury and displacement in type III supracondylar humerus fractures. Abstract

  98. Osteochondroma formation after a Salter II fracture. J Orthop Trauma. 1994 Oct; 8(5):437-9. View Osteochondroma formation after a Salter II fracture. Abstract

  99. Brachial plexus palsy as a complication of Pavlik harness use. J Pediatr Orthop. 1994 Sep-Oct; 14(5):677-9. View Brachial plexus palsy as a complication of Pavlik harness use. Abstract

  100. Spinal deformity associated with neurenteric cysts in children. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 1994 Jul 01; 19(13):1445-50. View Spinal deformity associated with neurenteric cysts in children. Abstract

  101. Percutaneous pinning in the treatment of displaced lateral condyle fractures. J Pediatr Orthop. 1994 Jul-Aug; 14(4):462-5. View Percutaneous pinning in the treatment of displaced lateral condyle fractures. Abstract

  102. Uniplanar supracondylar humeral osteotomy with preset Kirschner wires for posttraumatic cubitus varus. J Pediatr Orthop. 1994 Jul-Aug; 14(4):471-8. View Uniplanar supracondylar humeral osteotomy with preset Kirschner wires for posttraumatic cubitus varus. Abstract

  103. Leg length discrepancy associated with vivid cutis marmorata. J Pediatr Orthop. 1993 Jul-Aug; 13(4):456-8. View Leg length discrepancy associated with vivid cutis marmorata. Abstract

  104. The function of the quadriceps muscle after a fracture of the femur in patients who are less than seventeen years old. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1993 Apr; 75(4):508-13. View The function of the quadriceps muscle after a fracture of the femur in patients who are less than seventeen years old. Abstract

  105. Reinfusion of shed blood after orthopaedic procedures in children and adolescents. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1993 Mar; 75(3):363-71. View Reinfusion of shed blood after orthopaedic procedures in children and adolescents. Abstract

  106. Incidence of spondylolisthesis in ambulatory cerebral palsy patients. J Pediatr Orthop. 1993 Jan-Feb; 13(1):37-40. View Incidence of spondylolisthesis in ambulatory cerebral palsy patients. Abstract

  107. Reevaluation of the use of the Risser sign in idiopathic scoliosis. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 1992 Mar; 17(3):359-61. View Reevaluation of the use of the Risser sign in idiopathic scoliosis. Abstract

  108. Percutaneous pinning of supracondylar fractures of the humerus. Instr Course Lect. 1992; 41:385-90. View Percutaneous pinning of supracondylar fractures of the humerus. Abstract

  109. Forearm fractures. Instr Course Lect. 1992; 41:391-6. View Forearm fractures. Abstract

  110. Femur fractures in children. Instr Course Lect. 1992; 41:403-8. View Femur fractures in children. Abstract

  111. Slipped capital femoral epiphysis. A quantitative analysis of motion, gait, and femoral remodeling after in situ fixation. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1991 Jun; 73(5):659-66. View Slipped capital femoral epiphysis. A quantitative analysis of motion, gait, and femoral remodeling after in situ fixation. Abstract

  112. The shoulder, elbow, and forearm in Apert syndrome. Clin Plast Surg. 1991 Apr; 18(2):381-9. View The shoulder, elbow, and forearm in Apert syndrome. Abstract

  113. The foot in Apert syndrome. Clin Plast Surg. 1991 Apr; 18(2):391-7. View The foot in Apert syndrome. Abstract

  114. Neurologic complications after K-wire fixation of supracondylar humerus fractures in children. J Pediatr Orthop. 1991 Mar-Apr; 11(2):191-4. View Neurologic complications after K-wire fixation of supracondylar humerus fractures in children. Abstract

  115. Acute septic arthritis in infancy and childhood. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1990 Aug; (257):212-25. View Acute septic arthritis in infancy and childhood. Abstract

  116. Infection of the infrapatellar bursa. A report of two cases. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1990 Aug; 72(7):1095-6. View Infection of the infrapatellar bursa. A report of two cases. Abstract

  117. Physeal bar resections after growth arrest about the knee. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1990 Jun; (255):68-74. View Physeal bar resections after growth arrest about the knee. Abstract

  118. The triceps-dividing approach to open reduction of complex distal humeral fractures in adolescents: a Cybex evaluation of triceps function and motion. J Pediatr Orthop. 1990 Jan-Feb; 10(1):93-6. View The triceps-dividing approach to open reduction of complex distal humeral fractures in adolescents: a Cybex evaluation of triceps function and motion. Abstract

  119. Management of vascular injuries in displaced supracondylar humerus fractures without arteriography. J Orthop Trauma. 1990; 4(1):25-9. View Management of vascular injuries in displaced supracondylar humerus fractures without arteriography. Abstract

  120. Self-administered nitrous oxide for fracture reduction in children in an emergency room setting. J Orthop Trauma. 1990; 4(1):35-8. View Self-administered nitrous oxide for fracture reduction in children in an emergency room setting. Abstract

  121. Juvenile hyaline fibromatosis. A case report and review of musculoskeletal manifestations. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1989 Jul; 71(6):941-4. View Juvenile hyaline fibromatosis. A case report and review of musculoskeletal manifestations. Abstract

  122. Physeal arrest about the knee associated with non-physeal fractures in the lower extremity. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1989 Jun; 71(5):698-703. View Physeal arrest about the knee associated with non-physeal fractures in the lower extremity. Abstract

  123. Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis. Association with vertebra plana. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1989 Jan; 71(1):105-12. View Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis. Association with vertebra plana. Abstract

  124. Tibial tubercle apophysitis in cerebral palsy treated with proximal tibial epiphysiodesis: report of two cases with 3-year follow-up. J Pediatr Orthop. 1988 Nov-Dec; 8(6):704-6. View Tibial tubercle apophysitis in cerebral palsy treated with proximal tibial epiphysiodesis: report of two cases with 3-year follow-up. Abstract

  125. The association of femoral retroversion with slipped capital femoral epiphysis. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1986 Sep; 68(7):1000-7. View The association of femoral retroversion with slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Abstract

  126. Slipped capital femoral epiphysis: assessment of epiphyseal displacement and angulation. J Pediatr Orthop. 1986 May-Jun; 6(3):259-64. View Slipped capital femoral epiphysis: assessment of epiphyseal displacement and angulation. Abstract

  127. Varus derotation osteotomy in the treatment of persistent dysplasia in congenital dislocation of the hip. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1985 Feb; 67(2):195-202. View Varus derotation osteotomy in the treatment of persistent dysplasia in congenital dislocation of the hip. Abstract

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I was born in Pittsburgh, PA, the second of four children and the son of an engineer. Following completion of high school, I earned a degree in mechanical engineering at Lehigh University. Rather than return to Pittsburgh to pursue an engineering career in the metals industry, I switched to bioengineering and then to medicine, moving to Boston in 1972 and attending Tufts University School of Medicine. It was at Tufts that I was exposed to Dr. Henry Banks and a number of outstanding orthopedic surgery mentors who set me on a career in academic orthopedic surgery.

After completing my residency, I did a fellowship at DuPont Institute in Wilmington, DE. Rather than being enthralled with the rapidly developing innovations in total joint reconstruction and arthroscopy, I was motivated by caring for young children with congenital deformities, growth abnormalities and leg length differences.

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