Dr. Brian Scannell MD
Orthopedist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
3030 Childrens Way Suite 410 San Diego CA, 92123About
Dr. Brian Scannell is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Scannell specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system in children. As a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Scannell tends to childrens bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Pediatric orthopaedic surgeons can treat newborns to teenagers. Some conditions Dr. Scannell treats include gait abnormalities like limping, limp and spine deformities, broken bones and bone and joint infections.
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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Professional Memberships
- Member Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America
Fellowships
- Rady Children's Hospital of San Diego, Pediatric Orthopaedic and Scoliosis
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