What We Do

Our surgeons use a six-bed Pediatric Surgical Special Care Unit at Childrens' Holtz Center at the UM/Jackson Memorial Hospital Medical Center to care for infants and toddlers with unique surgical problems such as:

Congenital Anomalies

When congenital abnormalities are found, either before or after birth of a child, our dedicated team of surgeons is prepared to provide excellence in repair or reconstruction. Our team routinely handles complex congenital abnormalities such as gastroschisis, omphalocele, intestinal atresias, imperforate anus, diaphragmatic hernia, congenital cystic adenomatoid malformations, pulmonary sequestration, esophageal atresia, and tracheoesophageal fistula.

When an abnormality is suspected, our surgeons provide prenatal consultation and counseling without charge to the expectant parents. This complimentary service provides parents with much needed information regarding their baby’s condition and expected course of therapy.

Pediatric Laparoscopic Surgery

Whenever possible, minimally-invasive laparoscopic surgery is performed for our pediatric patients. Also referred to as keyhole surgery, these procedures use a long, thin laparoscope attached to a video camera that projects images onto a monitor.  The advantage of this procedure is that it allows surgeons to perform the entire operation through tiny incisions, often no more than three millimeters in length, by using the images on the monitor as a guide. This results in less trauma to the body, smaller surgical scars, and reduced need for pain medication. Commonly performed laparoscopic procedures include:

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Our surgeons are experienced in the care of children with gastrointestinal disorders, including inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, polypoid diseases and congenital abnormalities, such as Hirschsprung's disease. While not always possible, the majority of our gastrointestinal surgeries can be performed utilizing minimally invasive techniques. Our surgeons are knowledgeable in the care of children and teens with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and are available for consultation and counseling.