Orthopedic Institute Blog

Complimentary Screening Clinic for Children with Bone, Muscle or Joint Problems

Posted on May 03, 2016

Orthopedic Institute in Sioux Falls will be hosting the Shriner's Hospitals for Children complimentary screening clinic on Saturday, April 14th 2018, for children with bone, muscle, or joint problems. Children will be evaluated by a Shriner's Hospitals for Children® medical provider who will provide a recommendation for treatment or second opinion. Shriner's Hospitals for Children provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and rehabilitative care for children with orthopedic conditions regardless of insurance coverage or their ability to pay. If a child requires follow-up care at the hospital, complimentary transportation is available upon request.

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WHAT: Complimentary Pediatric Orthopedic Screening

WHEN: Saturday, April 14th 2018  7:30 AM – 1 PM

WHERE: Orthopedic Institute

810 E. 23rd Street (4th floor)

Sioux Falls, SD 57105

APPOINTMENTS: 612-596-6105

Orthopedic Institute is proud to sponsor this complimentary screening clinic as a result of Dr. Walter Carlson’s relationship with the Shriner's Hospitals for Children. Carlson, who is also a Shriner, has been involved with the Shriners’ mission to serve children since completing his pediatric orthopedic fellowship at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas, Texas.

Orthopedic Institute contact: Mary White

605-339-6834

mwhite@ortho-i.com

About Shriners Hospitals for Children

Shriner's Hospitals for Children is a health care system of 22 hospitals dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing pediatric specialty care, innovative research, and outstanding teaching programs for medical professionals. Children up to age 18 with orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate are eligible for care and receive all services in a family-centered environment, regardless of the ability to pay. Learn more at www.twincitiesshrinershospital.org