Craniosynostosis surgeons

The Rady Children’s Craniofacial team specializes in endoscopic and minimally invasive approaches to treating craniosynostosis. We recommend immediate referral for any patient with a head deformity that is concerning for craniosynostosis, so that we may determine if the patient qualifies for an endoscopic and minimally invasive approach. Our highly experienced team treats[...]

Assistant Professor of Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. Catherine Mazzola is the founder of the Craniofacial Center at Goryeb Children’s Hospital, the Pediatric Brain and Spine Tumor Center (now called GNOP) and the Spasticity and Gait Disorder Center of Goryeb Children’s Hospital.  She has been the Director of the Division of Pediatric Neurological Surgery since 2005.  Dr.[...]

Dr. Woo’s is an expert in the field of endoscopic craniosynostosis surgery and craniofacial reconstruction. He has pioneered a new technique for cleft palate repair that improves speech outcomes in both primary and secondary operations.[...]

As a Craniofacial Surgeon there are a wide array of diagnoses that patients and their families will present with to my office. I recognize that bringing a child in for a craniofacial evaluation can be a stressful experience for a family. My approach is to provide families with a clear[...]

Children's Mercy specialists evaluate all phases of pediatric neurological disease. Our program is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top programs in the country.

Dr. Klimo completed his medical training from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his internship and residency from the University of Utah. He completed his fellowship from Children’s Hospital Boston. Dr. Klimo is board certified by the American Board of Neurosurgery and the American Board of Pediatric Neurosurgery. He[...]

The craniosynostosis program at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital provides comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and treatment of children with: Abnormal head shape, Head anomalies, Premature fusion of cranial sutures. Our program uses a multidisciplinary approach to care and counseling of patients and families.[...]

Providing compassionate care to children and their family with neurosurgical conditions before, during, and after surgery.