David L. Skaggs, MD, MMM
David L. Skaggs, MD, MMM
Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
MD: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, New York
Masters of Medical Management: Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
Residency: Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, New York
Fellowship: Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Research Fellowship: Orthopaedic Surgery, Columbia University, New York, New York
Board Certification(s): American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery and Director of Spine Surgery, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Dr. Skaggs’ clinical interests include kyphosis, scoliosis, complex trauma, fractures, hip disorders and spinal deformities. He is renowned for his expertise in the treatment of children with spinal deformity, has been featured on numerous television shows, published over 170 peer-reviewed articles and has authored and edited several letters, chapters and textbooks. A prolific speaker, Dr. Skaggs has presented on his area of expertise at both the national and international level. He has served as a visiting professor at many of the nation’s top medical schools
Dr. Skaggs serves on the Board of Directors of the Growing Spine Foundation and the Board of Directors of the Scoliosis Research Society. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He is a member of the Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America, American Orthopaedic Association, Scoliosis Research Society, Growing Spine Study Group and a honorary member of the Brazilian Pediatric Orthopaedic Society.