The 20 Best Small Patella Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Pennsylvania, US

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The 20 Best Small Patella Syndrome Doctors in Pennsylvania, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 32 doctor with experience in Small Patella Syndrome near Pennsylvania, US. Of these, 29 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Sarah C. Contrucci
    Advanced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Advanced in Small Patella Syndrome

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Radiology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Contrucci is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Scoliosis, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Radiology | Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Radiology | Pediatric Radiology

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Radiology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Webb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Choroid Plexus Cyst, Familial Porencephaly, Arachnoid Cysts, and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS).

    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

    Rayus/Foundation Radiology Group

    6400 Brooktree Ct, Ste 350, 
    Wexford, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Georges is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Tenosynovitis, Lung Nodules, and Synovitis.

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    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Radiology | Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Radiology | Pediatric Radiology

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Radiology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Degnan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Dysplasia Epiphysealis Hemimelica, Osteochondroma, Congenital Femoral Deficiency, Chondroblastoma, and Vertebroplasty.

    Nikos K. Pavlides
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

    Premier Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Associates LTD

    1561 Medical Drive, 
    Pottstown, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Pavlides is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Baker Cyst, Knock Knees, and Hip Replacement.

    Amit D. Malhotra
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

    Medical Imaging Of Lehigh Valley, PC

    Cedar Crest & I-78, PO Box 689, 
    Allentown, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Philosophy of care | Medicine and radiology should be centered on you, the patient, and your images should be tailored to address your specific concerns. As radiologists we add value through attention to detail and by communicating directly with your other physicians. Working together as part of the patient-care team makes us stronger and guides you toward the best possible outcome. | Why I entered medicine | Radiology is a rapidly evolving field and allows us to harness the latest technological advancements to help you. Through experiences with my own family and friends, I have seen time and time again radiology making a tremendous difference in the diagnosis and treatment of loved ones, and it is a privilege to be an integral part of your patient-care team. | Community involvement | I participate in local funding, clothing and food drives through organizations in the Lehigh Valley. I am also a member of the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) and the Society of Skeletal Radiology. | Personal interests | I enjoy physical fitness (including running, weight training and hiking), and I believe physical activity is important to continued well-being and happiness. As a family, we enjoy traveling and experiencing new cultures and food. Dr. Malhotra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Tenosynovitis, Rhizarthrosis, and Synovitis.

    Corey M. Caruthers
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

    OSS Health

    1855 Powder Mill Road, 
    York, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Corey M. Caruthers, DO, specializes in orthopedic surgery and is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He is affiliated with UPMC Memorial and UPMC Hanover. Dr. Caruthers completed his fellowship at the Core Institute, residency at Memorial Hospital of York and medical degree at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Caruthers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Robert W. Frederick
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    1118 West Baltimore Pike, Floor 3, 
    Media, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Frederick is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Media, Pennsylvania. Dr. Frederick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Osteotomy. Dr. Frederick is currently accepting new patients.

    Ozgur Dede
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Pediatric Orthopedics | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Pediatric Orthopedics | Orthopedics

    Pediatric Orthopaedics In Lawrenceville

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients

    Ozgur Dede, MD, is a double fellowship trained, board-certified pediatric orthopaedic and spine surgeon at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.Dr. Dede earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University in Ankara, Turkey where he also completed his orthopaedic surgery residency training. He pursued subspecialty training in pediatric orthopaedic surgery and spine surgery in the United States and completed 4 years of surgical fellowship training at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children, and the UCSF Spine Center.His clinical interests include treatment of spinal problems in children including scoliosis, spondylolysis, spondylolisthesis, cervical instability, disc herniation and spinal stenosis. He also treats neuromuscular conditions including cerebral palsy and spina bifida, arthrogryposis and other syndromic afflictions.  His research interests include the non-operative and operative management of all types of pediatric scoliosis as well as management of hip and lower extremity deformities in children with spasticity.View Dr. Dede’s full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Dede is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Caudal Regression Syndrome, Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Robert W. Piston
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

    Specialty Orthopaedics, PC

    3120 Highland Road, Suite 202, 
    Hermitage, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Robert Piston is an Orthopedics provider in Hermitage, Pennsylvania. Dr. Piston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Physiatry

    Penn Sports Medicine University City

    3737 Market Street, 8th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jason Pan is a Physiatrist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, CAPOS Syndrome, Cervical Spondylosis, and Bursitis. Dr. Pan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

    Orthopedic Associates Of Lancaster, Ltd.

    170 N Pointe Boulevard, 
    Lancaster, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kathryne Stabile is an Orthopedics provider in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Dr. Stabile is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Frozen Shoulder, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Stabile is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Greater Pittsburgh Orthopaedic Associates

    1030 Broadview Boulevard, 
    Brackenridge, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Rytel is a Sports Medicine provider in Brackenridge, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rytel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Associates Of Lancaster, Ltd.

    170 N Pointe Boulevard, 
    Lancaster, PA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Adam Hyatt is an Orthopedics provider in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hyatt has been practicing medicine for over 17 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, Tenosynovitis, Osteoarthritis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Hyatt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

    Orthopedic Associates Of Lancaster, Ltd.

    170 N Pointe Boulevard, 
    Lancaster, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Gish is an Orthopedics provider in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gish is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Gish is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

    Office

    1022B N Main Street Ext, 
    Butler, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Francken is a Radiologist in Butler, Pennsylvania. Dr. Francken is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Visceromegaly.

    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

    Temple University Hospital

    3401 N Broad St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Ling is a Radiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Bowlegs, and Caffey Disease.

    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Experienced in Small Patella Syndrome

    University Of Penn

    777 Township Line Rd, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elena Taratuta is a Radiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Taratuta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Caffey Disease, Scoliosis, Tenosynovitis, and Melorheostosis.

    Advanced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Advanced in Small Patella Syndrome

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Orthopedics-E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Rosenblatt is an Orthopedics provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rosenblatt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Bowing of Long Bones, Claw Foot, Clubfoot, and Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia.

    Advanced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Small Patella Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Temple Physicians Rockledge

    8 Huntingdon Pike Ste 100, 
    Jenkintown, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hong Tran is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Patella Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sitosterolemia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 in Pennsylvania, US?

    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 in Pennsylvania, US?

    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 in Pennsylvania, US?

    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 in Pennsylvania, US?

    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 in Pennsylvania, US?

    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 in Pennsylvania, US?

    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 in Pennsylvania, US?

    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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