
Overview
Dr. Alex Gornitzky is a clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Michigan in the division of Pediatric Orthopaedics. He specializes in treating all pediatric orthopaedic conditions, including trauma and fractures, congenital limb anomalies and limb length discrepancies, neuromuscular conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, and foot and ankle disorders such as clubfoot. He is particularly interested in complex hip problems in growing children, including hip dysplasia, Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, and Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE). He has extensive experience treating hip dysplasia across the full spectrum of ages from infants to young adults, and also has additional sub specialized training focused on open hip preservation procedures such as peri-acetabular osteotomy and surgical hip dislocation. He is happy to see young adults older than 18 interested in hip preservation surgery for non-arthritic hip pain. Dr. Gornitzky earned his bachelor’s degree in Biology from Yale University followed by medical school at the University of Pennsylvania. He then went on to orthopaedic residency at the University of California, San Francisco before returning to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for a clinical fellowship in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr Gornitzky joined the clinical faculty at the University of Michigan in 2022. He is excited to collaborate with colleagues across the department to continue building the University of Michigan as a center of excellence for orthopaedic hip care in children and young adults. Dr. Gornitzky’s philosophy of care is to get to know each family as individuals, and then to develop a customized plan addressing their specific needs. He enjoys getting to know his patients and their families, and working together to get them back to the things they love doing. In addition to his clinical role, Dr Gornitzky is involved with a variety of research projects looking at clinical outcomes following pediatric fracture and hip surgery. He is part of the international SCFE study group (SLIP), and is actively participating with colleagues across the country researching new and exciting ways to diagnose and treat hip dysplasia. He is particularly interested in better understanding the individual psychosocial circumstances that impact a patient’s surgical experience, including how to use that knowledge to then customize treatment to their exact needs.
Dr. Gornitzky is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Collins Pope Syndrome, Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 31 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Gornitzky is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
39901 Traditions Dr, Floor 1, Northville, MI 48168
1540 E Hospital Dr, Floor 3 Reception C, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Clinical Research
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Rogel Cancer Center
Dr. Biermann serves as Director of the Musculoskeletal Oncology Program at the University of Michigan. Her clinical interests include malignant and benign tumors of soft tissue and bone, both primary and metastatic. Her practice includes both adults and children. Dr. Biermann chairs the Multidisciplinary Sarcoma Tumor Board, a collaborative cancer center group including medical and pediatric oncologists, pathologist, diagnostic radiologists, and radiation therapists. The Sarcoma clinic meets weekly. The University of Michigan Sarcoma team engages in patient care, clinical trials, and basic science research. In addition to her regional responsibilities, Dr. Biermann has been active in national committee and administrative work. She chairs the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Bone Tumors Panel. She is past president of the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS). She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). She sits on the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation (OREF) Grant Board. Her active research program has included more than 87 publications in the areas of musculoskeletal tumors and in the impact of the Internet on patient education. Dr. Biermann is the University of Michigan Medical Director for the Sarcoma Program and the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program Director. Dr. Biermann is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ewing Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Chondrosarcoma, Osteosarcoma, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Biermann is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Biermann is currently accepting new patients.
C. S. Mott Children's Hospital
Michelle Caird, M.D. is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Michigan Medicine. She is a busy member of the Division of Pediatric Orthopaedics. She received an engineering degree followed by her medical degree at University of Michigan, where she earned Alpha Omega Alpha honors. She completed her internship and residency in orthopaedic surgery at University of Michigan Health, and fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.Dr. Caird joined the faculty at University of Michigan Health at the completion of her fellowship. Clinically, she treats multiple orthopaedic conditions faced by children including fractures, spinal deformity, unequal or bowed legs, clubfeet, and complex hip problems in growing children. Her areas of special expertise include treating fractures and spinal deformity in children with osteogenesis imperfecta, spina bifida, and cerebral palsy. In the laboratory she investigates bone healing in these diseases. She is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA) and in 2012 she was selected to represent POSNA in Northern Europe as one of the POSNA Traveling Fellows, where she studied and taught at major European centers. Dr. Caird is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Scoliosis Research Society, and the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America. Dr. Caird is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Scoliosis, Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Fusion, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Caird is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Caird is currently accepting new patients.
Michigan Orthopaedic Surgeons
Ira Zaltz is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Zaltz is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia, Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Zaltz is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Zaltz is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky by calling their office at 734-936-5780. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky a top-rated expert for Collins Pope Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky is classified as an Distinguished expert for Collins Pope Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky specialize in?
While Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Collins Pope Syndrome, Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia, and Scoliosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky has published 31 articles and abstracts on conditions like Collins Pope Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky accept my insurance?
Dr. Alex L. Gornitzky accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-936-5780 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Collins Pope SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isDistinguished. Learn about Collins Pope Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Beukes Familial Hip DysplasiaDr. Gornitzky isAdvanced. Learn about Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia.
- Caudal Regression SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isAdvanced. Learn about Caudal Regression Syndrome.
- Claw FootDr. Gornitzky isAdvanced. Learn about Claw Foot.
- ClubfootDr. Gornitzky isAdvanced. Learn about Clubfoot.
- Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD)Dr. Gornitzky isAdvanced. Learn about Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD).
- OsteotomyDr. Gornitzky isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- ScoliosisDr. Gornitzky isAdvanced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Accessory Navicular BoneDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Accessory Navicular Bone.
- Achard SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Achard Syndrome.
- AchondroplasiaDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Achondroplasia.
- Acute PainDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- Amniotic Band SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Amniotic Band Syndrome.
- BowlegsDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Bowlegs.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- CHARGE SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about CHARGE Syndrome.
- ChondroblastomaDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Chondroblastoma.
- ChondrodystrophyDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Chondrodystrophy.
- ChondromaDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Chondroma.
- Congenital ContracturesDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Contractures.
- Congenital Femoral DeficiencyDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Femoral Deficiency.
- Congenital Radioulnar SynostosisDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Radioulnar Synostosis.
- Contracture DeformityDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Contracture Deformity.
- Distal ArthrogryposisDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Distal Arthrogryposis.
- Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6Dr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6.
- Flat FeetDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Flat Feet.
- Ganglion CystDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Hereditary Spastic ParaparesisDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis.
- HypochondroplasiaDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Hypochondroplasia.
- Hypoplasia of the Tibia with PolydactylyDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Knock KneesDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Knock Knees.
- Kohler DiseaseDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Kohler Disease.
- Koolen De Vries SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Koolen De Vries Syndrome.
- KyphosisDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Kyphosis.
- Lethal Congenital Contracture SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Lethal Congenital Contracture Syndrome.
- Macrodactyly of the FootDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Macrodactyly of the Foot.
- Multiple Pterygium SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Pterygium Syndrome.
- Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X LinkedDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X Linked.
- Osteochondritis DissecansDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Osteochondritis Dissecans.
- OsteochondromaDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Osteochondroma.
- Osteogenesis ImperfectaDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Osteogenesis Imperfecta.
- OsteonecrosisDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Osteonecrosis.
- Poland SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Poland Syndrome.
- Popliteal Pterygium SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome.
- Septic ArthritisDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Septic Arthritis.
- Spastic Diplegia Infantile TypeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.
- Spinal FusionDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Fusion.
- Sprengel DeformityDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Sprengel Deformity.
- Toxic SynovitisDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Toxic Synovitis.
- Trigger ThumbDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Trigger Thumb.
- Trismus-Pseudocamptodactyly SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Trismus-Pseudocamptodactyly Syndrome.
- Trochlear DysplasiaDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Trochlear Dysplasia.
- Wildervanck SyndromeDr. Gornitzky isExperienced. Learn about Wildervanck Syndrome.


