Georgia Sports Medicine and Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery is the leading Sports Medicine practice for youth and High School Sports in Gwinnett County. Our physicians take a comprehensive approach to treating pediatric sports injuries. We utilize superior diagnostic techniques, advanced physical therapy, and when necessary, the latest surgical techniques to help our patients recover from their injuries. Our practice has been dedicated to the treatment of youth sports injuries and fractures. Although teens and children typically receive good care from a primary care or general orthopaedic physician, for sports-related injuries it can be beneficial to seek the care of a Pediatric Sports Medicine specialist. Injuries and conditions of the bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints experienced by young athletes can be very different than with adult patients.
Our physicians have completed specialized training for the care of pediatric and adolescent athletes. Dr. Kroll completed his residency in Pediatrics at the University of West Virginia. He completed his Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of South Carolina. Dr. Cullen completed his Orthopaedic Surgery training at the University of Cincinnati and his sports medicine fellowship at Cincinnati Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center. He received his Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery training at the prestigious Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.
Our physicians are respected by pediatricians, parents and coaches for their excellent care of pediatric patients. Our physicians sensitive to the special needs of children and take the time to relate to them on their level. They are able to effectively communicate with children, enabling the physician to make a more accurate diagnosis and better explain treatment options to both the young athlete and parents. We spend extra time explaining their injuries and discussing our treatment plans. Regardless of a child's level of ability, Georgia Sports Medicine and Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery is committed to educating and treating children through comprehensive program to treat their current injury and to prevent future injuries.
Common sports injuries and conditions treated by our pediatric sports medicine physicians include:
- Sprains and strains
- Overuse injuries
- Dislocations
- Cartilage injuries
- Fractures
- Stress fractures
- Ligament injuries
- Minor fractures and avulsions
- Apophysitis/ growth plate injuries
- Tendinitis
Our physicians have a special interest in the prevention of ACL tears, over use throwing injuries and sports concussion management. We give educational talks on youth sports injuries to local youth organizations throughout the year. We can be seen on the sidelines and at sporting events in multiple sports throughout the year. Our physicians have been team orthopaedic surgeons for multiple Gwinnett County high schools and club sports for the last decade. We are currently team physicians for North Gwinnett High School, Dacula High School, St. Pius X High school, Cheer and Dance Atlanta, and Ultimate Gymnastics.
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