Craniosynostosis

Overview

Craniosynostosis is a birth defect that occurs when one or more growth plates in the skull have fused abnormally. This causes an irregular head shape, where your baby’s skull may appear long, triangular or asymmetric. The size of the eyes and the position of the ears may also be affected. Most importantly, early closure of the growth plates of the skull can cause increased pressure on the brain, which can lead to developmental delay and permanent brain damage. Surgery is usually performed to prevent these problems from occurring.

Comprehensive Care Center

Neuroplastic Center

Treatment

Treatment is recommended within the first year of life to optimize brain development. The Craniofacial Team offers traditional open cranial reconstruction and also newer endoscopic and distraction techniques to achieve the best possible result.

Types of Craniosynostosis

Team Care

We strongly believe that the best treatment for children with craniofacial abnormalities is with a team approach. Every procedure is performed by both a neurosurgeon and a plastic surgeon, who collaborate to achieve the best care for your child.

Our Team

Albert Woo, MD

Associate Professor at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Chief, Pediatric Plastic Surgery at Hasbro Children’s Hospital
Director, Cleft and Craniofacial Center at Hasbro Children’s Hospital

Paul Y. Liu, MD

Professor at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Chief of Plastic Surgery at Rhode Island Hospital

Daniel Kwan, MD

Assistant Professor at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Chief of Reconstructive Surgery, Lifespan Physician Group

Loree K. Kalliainen, MD, MA

Associate Professor at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Hand and Peripheral Nerve Surgeon, Lifespan Physician Group Plastic Surgery

Konstantina A. Svokos, DO, MS

Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and Pediatrics
Director, Fetal Neurosurgery
Co-Director, Neuroplastics
Co-Director, Center for Surgical Treatment of the Developing Brain and Spine

Petra M. Klinge, MD, PhD

Professor of Neurosurgery
Director, Pediatric Neurosurgery Division
Director, Center for Surgical Treatment of the Developing Brain and Spine

Neuroplastic Center
593 Eddy Street
Providence, RI 02903
Phone: (401) 444-3457
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