Why Choose Norton Children’s Leatherman Spine

• Children need spine care that’s unique to their growing bodies. We use a team approach to diagnose, treat and rehabilitate spine and spinal cord conditions in children.
• As surgeons, our specialists have the experience to know when surgery can help your child and when more conservative treatments, such as physical therapy and bracing, can help. Most of our patients don’t need surgery.
• Locations in Hikes Point and downtown Louisville are staffed by five physicians and three physician assistants.
• The EOS Imaging system uses extremely low-dose radiation for monitoring spinal conditions, including scoliosis, kyphosis and deformities.
• We’re home to the world’s first implantation of VerteGlide, a system of straightening rods that moves with your child’s growth, reducing the need for follow-up surgical adjustments.
• Our physicians are internationally recognized leaders in clinical research of spinal disease, injury and deformity, opioid management, spine surgical innovations, scoliosis and more.
• Recognized for expertise in pediatric orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report.
• Several of our providers are leaders in the Scoliosis Research Society, the most prestigious organization for scoliosis surgeons around the world.
• Norton Children’s Hospital is verified as a Level I Children’s Surgery Center by the American College of Surgeons Children’s Surgery Verification (ACS CSV) Quality Improvement Program.
• Medicaid and most major commercial insurance are accepted. Financial assistance also is available.
• Use your free Norton MyChart account to communicate with your provider, manage appointments, refill prescriptions and more.