Hip Dysplasia Referral Guide

Gillette Children’s offers comprehensive hip preservation care for adolescents and young adults — treating conditions such as acetabular dysplasia, acetabular retroversion, and complex femoral deformities. Our team combines subspecialty surgical expertise, advanced imaging technology, and interdisciplinary support to preserve joint integrity and optimize long-term outcomes.

Unlike many orthopedic programs that offer only hip arthroscopy, Gillette provides the full spectrum of hip preservation surgery, including:

• Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO): Surgical correction of hip socket orientation to restore proper biomechanics
• Hip Arthroscopy: Minimally invasive joint repair — often performed in tandem with PAO
• Femoral Osteotomies: Correction of underlying femoral structural abnormalities

Refer patients who have:

• Hip or groin pain interfering with sport, school, or daily function
• Decreasing endurance in sport, school, or daily function
• Mechanical symptoms, such as muscle fatigue, instability, or decreased range of motion
• Emotional and cognitive distractions related to chronic pain
• Suspected or diagnosed hip issues such as hip dysplasia, acetabular retroversion, or labral tearing
• Poor response to conservative management or previous unsuccessful surgery

To make a referral:

• Phone: 651-400-2525
• Online Referral Form
• Questions? Contact our provider relations liaisons at providerrelations@gillettechildrens.com

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