Children’s Orthopaedic and Scoliosis Surgery Associates, LLP (COSSA) is excited to share ground breaking news. Ryan E. Fitzgerald MD, a leading pediatric orthopedic surgeon at COSSA, is at the forefront of a major advancement in pediatric surgical care. He has proudly integrated state-of-the-art Advanced Imaging and Navigation Technology Systems into his practice. It is a significant leap forward in providing more precise, safer, and less invasive care for our pediatric patients.
What Does This Advanced Technology Mean for Your Child?
This innovative technology provides real-time, high-resolution 3D map of your child’s anatomy in the operating room It delivers immediate, detailed CT scans during surgery, allowing for exceptional accuracy in pediatric procedures while remarkably minimizing radiation exposure.
Beyond advanced imaging, Dr. Fitzgerald is also utilizing the Guidance System, which is revolutionizing surgical visualization for computer-assisted spine surgery. It is the first spine navigation software to receive FDA clearance for use with pediatric patients aged 13 and older. The Guidance System streamlines the entire surgical process, from preoperative planning to navigation and execution. It empowers surgeons with unparalleled detail, leading to enhanced safety and accuracy during complex procedures.
Dr. Fitzgerald hails this new technology as a “game-changer in pediatric care.” He emphasizes its potential to “revolutionize pediatric care by offering improved outcomes, while mitigating risk and minimizing radiation for our youngest of patients.” The adoption of these cutting-edge technologies at COSSA truly underscores our unwavering commitment to providing the highest standard of care for our pediatric patients. We are dedicated to integrating the safest and most advanced tools to ensure the best possible results for your child.
It is important to take your child to pediatric specialists who are experts in treating only kids. At Children’s Orthopaedic and Scoliosis Surgery Associates, LLP our board certified, fellowship trained, specialists provide the best child-friendly care using the latest cutting-edge technology that results in the safest and most accurate outcomes. If your child has spine issues, please call our office at (727) 898-2663 to schedule an appointment.
Medically reviewed by Ryan Fitzgerald MD, Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon and Scoliosis Specialist
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