About Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is an orthopedic practice in Akron, Ohio offering ACL, meniscus and cartilage. The practice has 10 board-certified physicians across 5 Akron area locations and has been in practice since 2005. Patients rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 14 Google reviews. Same-day appointments are available. With two hospitals, 44 pediatrician offices, 50 primary and specialty locations and over 1,000 providers, we offer convenient access to expert pediatric care throughout Ohio. From bath time, to feedings, to finding your pediatrician - we‘re here to help. Our show and magazine celebrate this mission, and we honor those who live it every day with the More childhood, please.™ Awards.
Contact & Location
Address: 215 W Bowery St Suite 7200, Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 543-3500
Doctors & Team
Dr. Drew Engles
Dr. Joe Congeni
Dr. John Polousky
John Polousky is the lead team orthopedic surgeon.
Dr. Julie Samora
Julie Samora is the chair for the department of orthopedics and a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Akron Children’s.
Dr. Kenneth Bono
Bono is a member of the Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America and is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
Dr. Kerwyn Jones
Jones is a sports medicine specialist with expertise in patella instability, orthopedic care for spina bifida patients and pediatric trauma.
Dr. Lorena Floccari
Floccari is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon and director of the Spine Center at Akron Children’s.
Dr. Mark Adamczyk
Adamczyk has a special interest in clubfoot, pediatric orthopedic trauma, infantile orthopedic conditions and developmental dysplasia of the hip.
Dr. Pat Riley
Riley is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Akron Children’s, where he’s been practicing since 1984.
Dr. Sheryl Handler
Services & Procedures at Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
ACL Reconstruction
Reconstruction of a torn anterior cruciate ligament, common in athletes and active adults.
- ACL tears are among the most common sports injuries in the US, with well over 100,000 reconstructions performed annually, per the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
- MCL and LCL ligament injuries are treated at Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine as well.
Meniscus Repair
Repair or trimming of torn meniscus cartilage, the knee's shock absorber.
- Meniscus tears are the most common knee injury treated by orthopedic surgeons, and meniscus surgery is among the most frequently performed orthopedic procedures in the US.
Cartilage Restoration
Procedures like MACI and osteochondral grafting that regrow or transplant knee cartilage.
MCL & LCL Treatment
Repair of the collateral ligaments that stabilize the inner and outer knee.
Non-Surgical Knee Treatment
Injections (gel, PRP, cortisone), therapy, and other options to treat knee pain without surgery.
- Same-day appointments are available for knee pain evaluation.
- Telehealth visits can start the evaluation from home.
How Much Does Knee Surgery Cost at Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine?
Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine has not published exact procedure pricing. For context:
- US knee surgery costs vary widely by procedure, facility, and insurance coverage.
- A consultation with Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is the reliable way to get a quote, call (330) 543-3500.
Availability
- Same-day appointments / outpatient procedures
- Telehealth visits
Also Treats
HipShoulderSpine & BackHand & WristFoot & AnkleSports Medicine
This practice treats other orthopedic conditions beyond the knee.
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Does Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine treat ACL injuries?
Yes, Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine performs ACL reconstruction.
Can I treat knee pain without surgery at Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine?
Yes, Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine offers non-surgical knee treatments such as injections and conservative care. A consultation determines whether surgery can be avoided in your case.
How much does knee surgery cost at Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine?
Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine has not published pricing. US knee surgery costs vary widely by procedure and insurance; contact the office at (330) 543-3500 for a quote.
Where is Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine located?
Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is located at 215 W Bowery St Suite 7200, Akron, OH 44308. Call (330) 543-3500 to schedule.
Reviews
★★★★☆3.8 (14 Google reviews)
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Other Locations
📍 1 Perkins Square, Akron, OH 44302 · (330) 543-8260
📍 Genetics Department, 215 W Bowery St Level 5, Akron, OH 44308 · (330) 543-4030
📍 254 Spicer Street, Akron, OH 44304 · (330) 543-2778
📍 6076 Whipple Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720 · (330) 543-2778
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