Brock T. Kitchen, DO

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Get to know Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Brock T. Kitchen, who serves patients in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Having been practicing pediatric orthopedic surgery in Las Vegas since the fall of 2021, Dr. Kitchen is currently a part of the team of professionals at Children’s Bone & Spine Surgery. He specializes in both operative and non-operative management of all general pediatric orthopedic conditions, with a special interest in pediatric spine deformity.

Dr. Kitchen enjoys advocating for all children with congenital and acquired orthopedic conditions. He loves helping children and adolescents overcome deformity to allow them to live a full and enjoyable life. He also enjoys working with young athletes overcoming injury, helping them get back to their sport/activity safely.

With a solid educational background, Dr. Kitchen graduated with a Degree in Exercise Science from Brigham Young University. He then went on to attend the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth, where he graduated with his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree. Subsequently, he completed his orthopedic training at the University of Texas, San Antonio Medical Center where his interest in pediatric orthopedics developed. 

During his tenure in San Antonio, Dr. Kitchen authored research articles focused on improving access to health care for pediatric trauma patients. He also took part in the Healing the Children annual mission trip to Neiva, Colombia where he helped treat hundreds of children with complex hip and lower extremity deformities.

Furthering his training, he completed a fellowship in pediatric orthopedics and scoliosis at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego, California, one of the highest ranked pediatric orthopedic programs in the United States. 

Among his professional affiliations, Dr. Kitchen is an active member of the Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America, the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Orthopedic Association, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and the Bexar County Medical Society.

Orthopedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. A pediatric orthopedic surgeon is the best-trained and most experienced doctor to properly evaluate and treat musculoskeletal (bone, joint, or muscle) problems in a child who is still growing. This includes newborn babies through teenagers.

In his spare time, Dr. Kitchen enjoys spending outdoor time with his family and friends. He is happily married with 4 wonderful children, 3 boys and 1 girl. His hobbies include kayaking, mountain biking, camping, fishing, and golfing.

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