Dennis Ray Wenger MD
Pediatric Orthopedics
Clinical Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, UCSD
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3020 Childrens Way# M5062San Diego, CA 92123
Phone+1 858-966-5822
Fax+1 858-966-8519
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Summary
- I am a pediatric orthopedic surgeon with a special interest in hip conditions in
children and young adults - but with a strong focus on education and research.
Born and raised in Ohio, I attended medical school at the University.of Cincinnati,
orthopedic surgery residency at the Univ. of Iowa, and fellowship at the Hospital
for Sick Children, Toronto - where I also earned FRCS (C) certification.
I worked at the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital in Dallas for 7 years followed by my 30 year career at Childrens Hospital San Diego (Now Rady's CH ) where I directed resident education and the Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Fellowship.
Education & Training
University of Iowa Hospitals and ClinicsResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1971 - 1975
HCA HealthONE /Presbyterian-St Luke’s Medical CenterInternship, Transitional Year, 1970 - 1971
University of Cincinnati College of MedicineClass of 1970
Certifications & Licensure
CA State Medical License 1984 - 2025
OH State Medical License 1970 - 2025
CO State Medical License 1976 - 2005
NV State Medical License 1984 - 1999
TX State Medical License 1978 - 1988
IA State Medical License 1971 - 1982
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- POSNA Hall of Fame (elected to) Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America, 2019
- Distinguished Achievement Award Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America, 2016
- Top Doctors:San Diego Area Castle Connolly, 2013
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Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Treatment of Hip Instability in Children With Down Syndrome: Keys to Managing a Challenging Problem.Jessica L. Hughes, James D. Bomar, Dennis R. Wenger, Vidyadhar V. Upasani
Journal of Pediatric Orthopedics. 2021-11-11 - 1 citationsHistorical Aspects of DDHDennis R. Wenger, James D. Bomar
Indian Journal of Orthopaedics. 2021-08-19 - 3 citationsClassifying Ischial Tuberosity Avulsion Fractures by Ossification Stage and Tendon Attachment.Brendon C. Mitchell, James D. Bomar, Dennis R. Wenger, Andrew T. Pennock
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume. 2021-03-16
Professional Memberships
- pediatric orthopedic society of North AmericaMember
- scoliosis research societyMember
- European Pediatric Orthopedic SocietyMember
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