Pediatric hand surgery is a specialized field dedicated to diagnosing and treating congenital and acquired conditions affecting the hands and upper extremities of children. Renowned institutions and experts across Europe and the United States, such as Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, and Verona University Hospital in Italy, offer advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments tailored to the unique needs of young patients. Esteemed surgeons like Dr. Francisco Soldado in Barcelona and Dr. Yrjänä Nietosvaara in Helsinki are recognized for their innovative techniques and commitment to pediatric care.
In the United States, several top-tier institutions provide specialized pediatric hand surgery services. The Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York boasts experts like Dr. Aaron Daluiski and Dr. Samir K. Trehan, who treat conditions ranging from fractures to congenital upper limb anomalies12. ColumbiaDoctors Children's Health, also in New York, features Dr. Robert J. Strauch, known for his work with congenital hand disorders and nerve problems3. The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers the expertise of Dr. Benjamin Chang, specializing in congenital pediatric hand disorders and microvascular surgery4. Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx provides comprehensive care for fractures, arthritis, and congenital hand defects through its team of experienced surgeons5.
European pediatric hand surgeons are renowned for their expertise and innovative treatments. In Barcelona, Dr. Francisco Soldado leads the pediatric hand, plexus, and microsurgery unit, pioneering techniques for syndactyly separation and Sprengel’s deformity1. Dr. Yrjänä Nietosvaara in Helsinki specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery, focusing on fractures, tendon and nerve injuries, and congenital differences1. Dr. Massimo Corain, based in Verona, heads the Department of Hand Surgery and Microsurgery at Verona University Hospital, treating pediatric upper limb congenital anomalies and traumatic disorders1.
Dr. Aaron Daluiski, a top-rated surgeon at the Hospital for Special Surgery, has been recognized by Castle Connolly and New York Magazine for his expertise in hand and upper extremity surgery1. Dr. Samir K. Trehan, also at HSS, has received multiple awards, including the Richard S. Laskin, MD Young Attending Award, highlighting his excellence in orthopedic research2. Dr. Robert J. Strauch of ColumbiaDoctors Children's Health is celebrated for his work with congenital hand disorders and nerve problems, earning a spot among New York Magazine's "Best Doctors in New York"3. At the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Dr. Benjamin Chang is renowned for his specialization in congenital pediatric hand disorders and microvascular surgery, further solidifying his reputation in pediatric hand trauma4.