Johns Hopkins Children's Center is home to one of the largest pediatric surgery programs in the country, including rankings in every U.S. News & World Report specialty. Our specially trained pediatric surgeons are leading the way in the most minimally invasive techniques, including robotic surgery.
Patient- and family-centered care is central to our mission, with our Child Life specialists as an integral part of your child's care team. As the birthplace of academic pediatrics in the United States more than a century ago, Johns Hopkins Children's Center is at the forefront of pediatric research.
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Pediatric Surgery FAQ with Pediatric Surgeon-in-Chief David Hackam
Pediatric Surgery at Johns Hopkins Children's Center includes world class surgical care for you and your child. David Hackam, co-director and surgeon-in-chief at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, answers questions about pediatric surgery, including our different surgical specialties, what makes our program unique and why you should choose the Children’s Center for your child’s surgery.
Pediatric Surgery Leadership
David Hackam, M.D., Ph.D.
Surgeon-in-Chief and Co-Director, Johns Hopkins Children's Center
Director, General Pediatric Surgery
Heather Dicarlo, M.D.
Interim Director, Pediatric Urology
Paul Sponseller, M.D.
Director, Pediatric Orthopedics
Isam Nasr, M.D.
Director, Pediatric Trauma Program
Erica Hodgman, M.D.
Director, Pediatric Burn Program
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Our Stories
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Robotic Revolution
Pediatric surgeon Alejandro Garcia is leading efforts to bring the benefits of robot-assisted surgery to patients at the Children’s Center.
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Fetal Therapy at the Highest Level
Johns Hopkins specialists employ a range of innovative procedures to overcome life-threatening conditions and increase odds of a healthy delivery.
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A Surgical Solution for Children with Pancreatitis
For kids with acute recurrent or chronic pancreatitis, removal of the pancreas followed by transplant of insulin producing islet cells into the liver show to avoid lifelong pain and diabetes.
