Ortho Surgeon Lead CP & Neuromotor Center

Nicklaus Children's Hospital, a 307-bed freestanding children's hospital and ACS-verified Level I trauma center have an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon with expertise in treating complex patients with neuromuscular disorders to serve as the Director of the Cerebral Palsy and Neuromotor Center.

This position is in partnership with the Neurosciences (Brain Institute) medical and surgical leadership. Our current team includes 12 orthopedic surgeons with subspecialties such as spine, orthopedic oncology, limb differences and length discrepancies, sports medicine, trauma, cerebral palsy, and neuromuscular disorders. We also have highly skilled physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurse coordinators, orthopedic technicians, athletic trainers, support staff, residents, and fellows. Our physicians perform approximately 1,600 surgical procedures annually, while the pediatric orthopedic surgery practice handles around 34,000 outpatient visits across multiple locations.

The Cerebral Palsy and Neuromotor Center promotes collaboration between the Orthopedic and Brain Institutes, leading a comprehensive, multidisciplinary program. This team includes experts in orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery, plastic surgery, rehabilitation (PM&R), physical therapy, and developmental primary care.

As Director of the Cerebral Palsy and Neuromotor Center, the chosen candidate will provide orthopedic medical and surgical leadership, overseeing clinical goals and activities. This role requires close collaboration with the administrative team to drive strategic growth, ensure operational efficiency, and maintain a high-quality patient experience. The Director will also partner with the Brain Institute’s leadership on quality initiatives and foster a culture of professionalism and accountability. In conjunction with the Rehabilitation Services team, we are finalizing preparations for the Gait Analysis and Mobility Lab, which is expected to launch in Q1 2025. The candidate should have experience with gait and motion analysis. 

This surgeon will work closely with the Chief and leadership of the Orthopedic, Sports Medicine & Spine Institute and Nicklaus Children’s Hospital to drive strategic growth and further develop the program, ensuring the highest standards of clinical care for pediatric patients with cerebral palsy and neuromuscular disorders. The position involves maintaining an active clinical practice, expanding research activities, and representing Nicklaus Children’s Hospital at local, regional, and national forums. The surgeon will also engage in community outreach initiatives to promote the program and its six pediatric orthopedic clinic locations in the tri-county area, with a 7th location opening in 2025.

Nicklaus Children's Hospital's Orthopedics Program is proud to be ranked among the top 25 nationally (U.S. News & World Report, 2024-2025). Reflecting Nicklaus Children’s unwavering commitment to pediatric healthcare, the hospital opened the new Kenneth C. Griffin Surgical Tower in September 2024. This five-story, 131,000-square-foot facility elevates the hospital’s surgical capabilities, combining a patient-centered environment with cutting-edge technology.

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About Nicklaus Children’s Health System

Founded in 1950 by Variety Clubs International, Nicklaus Children's Health System is South Florida's only licensed specialty hospital exclusively for children, with nearly 800 attending physicians and more than 475 pediatric sub-specialists. The 309-bed hospital, known as Miami Children's Health System from 1983 through 2014, is renowned for excellence in all aspects of pediatric medicine, with many programs routinely ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report, since 2008. The hospital is also home to the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern United States and has been designated an American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet facility, the nursing profession's most prestigious institutional honor.The Nicklaus Children's Hospital network includes more than a dozen outpatient centers extending from Palm Beach County to southern Miami-Dade County, offering a range of pediatric healthcare services, including urgent care, rehabilitation services and subspecialty physician appointments for children of all ages, including up to age 21.We are committed to being a resource for children from throughout South Florida and around the world.