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    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

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    MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Small Patella Syndrome near Grand Rapids, MI. Of these, 16 are Experienced.

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    16 providers found
      John W. Kemppainen
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Pediatric Orthopedics
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Pediatric Orthopedics

      Corewell Health Pediatric Orthopedics - 35 Michigan St NE

      35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4150, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      19+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Kemppainen is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Kemppainen has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Clubfoot, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), Knock Knees, and Small Patella Syndrome. Dr. Kemppainen is currently accepting new patients.

      Philip D. Nowicki
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Pediatric Orthopedics
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Pediatric Orthopedics

      Corewell Health Pediatric Orthopedics - 35 Michigan St NE

      35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4150, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      22+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Philip Nowicki is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Nowicki has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Clubfoot, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), and Knock Knees. Dr. Nowicki is currently accepting new patients.

      Jessica A. Miller
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Physician Assistant
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Physician Assistant

      Corewell Health Pediatric Orthopedics - 35 Michigan St NE

      35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4150, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      15+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jessica Miller is a Physician Assistant in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Ms. Miller has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, and Freiberg's Disease.

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      Michael R. Stevens
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Pediatric Orthopedics
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Pediatric Orthopedics

      Corewell Health Pediatric Orthopedics - 35 Michigan St NE

      35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4150, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Stevens is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Stevens has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Knock Knees, Clubfoot, Small Patella Syndrome, and Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome. Dr. Stevens is currently accepting new patients.

      Lisa D. Maskill
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Pediatric Orthopedics
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Pediatric Orthopedics

      Corewell Health Pediatric Orthopedics - 35 Michigan St NE

      35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4150, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      21+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lisa Maskill is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Maskill has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Brachydactyly Type C, Brachydactyly Type B, Liebenberg Syndrome, and Brachydactyly Type A2. Dr. Maskill is currently accepting new patients.

      Benjamin D. Kuiper
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Physician Assistant
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Physician Assistant

      Corewell Health Pediatric Orthopedics - 35 Michigan St NE

      35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4150, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      12+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Benjamin Kuiper is a Physician Assistant in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Mr. Kuiper has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, and Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly.

      Thomas M. Matelic
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Sports Medicine
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Sports Medicine

      Orthopaedic Associates Of Michigan (OAM) - Leffingwell Avenue

      1111 Leffingwell Avenue Northeast, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      37+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Matelic is a Sports Medicine provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Matelic has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Baker Cyst, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Matelic is currently accepting new patients.

      Erik C. Hedlund
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Sports Medicine
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Sports Medicine

      Orthopaedic Associates Of Michigan (OAM) - Leffingwell Avenue

      1111 Leffingwell Avenue Northeast, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      28+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Erik Hedlund is a Sports Medicine provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Hedlund has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Baker Cyst, Small Patella Syndrome, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Hedlund is currently accepting new patients.

      James R. Lebolt
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

      Corewell Health Orthopedics - 2770 E Beltline Ave NE

      2770 E Beltline Ave NE, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Lebolt is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Lebolt has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, and Trochlear Dysplasia. Dr. Lebolt is currently accepting new patients.

      Brent W. Vandyke
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Physician Assistant
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Physician Assistant

      Corewell Health Orthopedics - 2770 E Beltline Ave NE

      2770 E Beltline Ave NE, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brent Vandyke is a Physician Assistant in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Mr. Vandyke has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Freiberg's Disease, Small Patella Syndrome, and Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome. Mr. Vandyke is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

      Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital

      235 Wealthy St Se, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ian Gonzales is a Physiatrist in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Gonzales is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Focal Dystonia, Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, and Hemiplegia. Dr. Gonzales is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Sports Medicine
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Sports Medicine

      Orthopaedic Associates Of Michigan (OAM) - Leffingwell Avenue

      1111 Leffingwell Avenue Northeast, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      11+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Stephen O'neil is a Sports Medicine provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. O'neil has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Baker Cyst, Bursitis, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, and Hip Replacement. Dr. O'neil is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

      Orthopaedic Associates Of Michigan

      1111 Leffingwell Ave. NE, 1st Floor, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Asperheim is an Orthopedics provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Asperheim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Baker Cyst, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Family Medicine

      Internal Medicine And Pediatrics Of West Michigan LLC

      655 Kenmoor Ave Se, Suite 200, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      David Meyer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Meyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Viral Pharyngitis, Common Cold, and Sinusitis. Dr. Meyer is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Sports Medicine | Orthopedics
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Sports Medicine | Orthopedics

      Center For Physical Rehabilitation And Therapy Lp

      5060 Cascade Rd Se, Suite A, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Healey is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Healey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Trochlear Dysplasia, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Small Patella Syndrome, Osteoarthritis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Healey is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Rheumatology | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
      Rheumatology | Pediatrics

      American Arthritis And Rheumatology Associates -Mi PLLC

      6741 Fulton St E, 
      Ada, MI 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      James Birmingham is a Rheumatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Ada, Michigan. Dr. Birmingham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Lung Disease, Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), and Ankylosing Spondylitis. Dr. Birmingham is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Small Patella Syndrome?

      Small patella syndrome (SPS) is a rare syndrome that mainly affects the way certain bones are formed (developed). A person with SPS usually has very small kneecaps (hypoplastic patella) or may have no kneecaps at all (aplastic). The hip (pelvic) bones may be weak, and the bones of the feet may not have formed correctly. Occasionally, bones in the face may also be affected. Small patella syndrome is caused by a change (pathogenic variant) in the TBX4 gene. The syndrome is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner. Diagnosis of the syndrome is suspected based on features that can be seen in a physical exam and on imaging tests such as X-rays. Diagnosis of SPS can be confirmed with genetic testing.

      When should I see a Small Patella Syndrome doctor near Grand Rapids, MI?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Small Patella Syndrome doctor near Grand Rapids, MI?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Small Patella Syndrome doctors near Grand Rapids, MI?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Small Patella Syndrome doctors near Grand Rapids, MI?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Small Patella Syndrome doctor near Grand Rapids, MI?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Small Patella Syndrome doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Small Patella Syndrome doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Small Patella Syndrome doctor near Grand Rapids, MI?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Small Patella Syndrome doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Small Patella Syndrome doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Small Patella Syndrome doctors near Grand Rapids, MI?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Small Patella Syndrome doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Small Patella Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Small Patella Syndrome doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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