Ranked No. 16 in the nation for orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report for 2025–26, Akron Children’s is northeast Ohio’s first choice for pediatric orthopedic care, offering expert diagnosis and treatment for bone, joint, muscle and spine disorders in children, teens and young adults. The program’s nationally recognized spine center, a designated center of excellence, provides advanced technologies and innovative techniques for spinal deformities, including ongoing research on magnetic devices that may reduce the number of surgeries needed for children with early-onset scoliosis. The orthopedic team specializes in conditions such as limb deformities, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, osteogenesis imperfecta, hip dysplasia and sports injuries, performing more than 120 spinal surgeries and 560 trauma fracture surgeries annually. With four specialized care pathways designed to optimize outcomes, Akron Children’s blends cutting-edge surgical skill with family-centered care. As a teaching leader, the hospital’s surgeons host a resident review course to train future orthopedic specialists.
