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Department
LocationOrthopedics
Skeletal Dysplasia Program
Clubfoot Program
Spina Bifida Program
Limb Deformity & Reconstruction
Fracture Program
Texas Medical Center
West Campus
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
Phone: 832-227-1620 (West) | 832-822-3100 (Main)
Fax: 832-825-9335 (West) | 832-825-9019 (Main)
Address
Texas Children's Hospital - Main Campus
6701 Fannin Street, 8th Floor
Houston, TX 77030
Texas Children's Hospital - West Campus
18200 Katy Freeway, 5th Floor
Houston, TX 77094
Vinitha R. Shenava, MD
Attending Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgery
Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor College of Medicine | Fellowship | Pediatric Orthopaedics | 2007 |
| Flinders University Medical Centre | Fellowship | Orthopaedic Trauma | 2005 |
| University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita | Residency | Orthopaedic Surgery | 2005 |
| University of Kansas School of Medicine | Medical School | Doctor of Medicine | 2000 |
About
Dr. Shenava specializes in pediatric orthopedics. Her areas of interest include clubfoot, lower extremity deformities, skeletal dysplasia and fracture care.
Dr. Shenava earned her medical degree from the University of Kansas where she also completed her orthopaedic surgery residency. Following her residency training, Dr. Shenava completed fellowships in orthopedic trauma at Flinders University Medical Centre and pediatric orthopedic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine.
She is an active member of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America and serves on the core curriculum committee.
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America | Core Curriculum Committee Member |
Selected Publications
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