Dr. Alicia M. Mccarthy
Overview
Alicia McCarthy is a pediatric nurse practitioner with the Nemours Spine and Scoliosis Center and the Osteogenesis Imperfecta Program. I have known I wanted to work with children for as long as I can remember. Children are amazing — they bounce back from unbelievable odds and keep going, no matter what. Nursing combines my love of children and health. I think it’s important to work for children, who otherwise would not have a voice. I am passionate about working with children and families to maximize their functioning and quality of life, no matter what conditions or disorders they have. I am particularly passionate about working with children with chronic or complex medical disorders — every child deserves the best quality of life possible! I also love working with families to help navigate the healthcare system, and giving them resources they need to be successful. I have volunteered for many years at summer camps, including those for children with chronic medical conditions, or whose parents are sick. I also volunteer in a community garden that donates all food to local food banks. I’m proud to work at Nemours. We work with each patient and family as an individual, and treat them as if they are our own. I take that very seriously. I work with families to understand their concerns and answer every question. I strive to coordinate care so that families are not repeating information endlessly or going for needless appointments. I’ve also developed a mentoring program for spine and scoliosis families at Nemours. This program connects patients and families who are newly diagnosed with those that are more experienced in living with conditions of the spine. I’ve also developed numerous patient education materials so that families can reference the information we discuss in clinic once they are home. Finally, I’ve lectured on spinal care locally and nationally, and have conducted several research projects.
Dr. Mccarthy is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Fibrochondrogenesis, Kozlowski Spondylometaphyseal Dysplasia, Leri-Weill Dyschondrosteosis, and Metatropic Dysplasia.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE 19803
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Mccarthy has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Nemours Children's Hospital Delaware
William Mackenzie is an Orthopedics provider in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Mackenzie is highly rated in 59 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 4 (MPS IV, Morquio Syndrome), Brachydactyly Mononen Type, Achondroplasia, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.
Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware
In addition to my work as a pediatric orthopedic surgeon, the Shands/MacEwen Endowed Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware, and division chief of the Nemours Spine and Scoliosis Center, I help educate the next generation of orthopedic physicians. I am the Clinical Fellowship Director Emeritus for the orthopedics department at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware. I train residents, fellows and visiting observers in advanced spinal deformity techniques. I’m a professor of orthopedic surgery and pediatrics at Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, and frequently teach and lecture at national and international courses, educational symposia, conferences and other institutions. I am vice president of the Scoliosis Research Society, president of Setting Scoliosis Straight Foundation, a member of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America and a member of the Medical and Scientific Board of the National Spine Health Foundation. In addition, I have authored more than 200 research articles and 30 book chapters, and serve as a reviewer of four journals. Children are amazing. They just want to get better so they can get back to being kids. I enjoy giving each patient and family the personalized and customized attention they need, and making sure their questions are answered. There’s no template for this kind of care. I’m proud to be at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware. We handle the most complex cases and teach the techniques other people come here to learn to do. Every person in our department is a national leader in his or her field. You couldn’t duplicate a group like this. It’s a real privilege to work with a team this good. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.
Christopher Kepler is an Orthopedics provider in Sewell, New Jersey. Dr. Kepler is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Lordosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Kepler is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alicia M. Mccarthy
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alicia M. Mccarthy?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alicia M. Mccarthy by calling their office at 800-416-4441. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alicia M. Mccarthy a top-rated expert for Fibrochondrogenesis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alicia M. Mccarthy is classified as an Advanced expert for Fibrochondrogenesis, 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. Alicia M. Mccarthy specialize in?
While Dr. Alicia M. Mccarthy is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Fibrochondrogenesis, Kozlowski Spondylometaphyseal Dysplasia, and Leri-Weill Dyschondrosteosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Alicia M. Mccarthy accept my insurance?
Dr. Alicia M. Mccarthy accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-416-4441 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- CHST3-Related Skeletal DysplasiaDr. Mccarthy isAdvanced. Learn about CHST3-Related Skeletal Dysplasia.
- Dyggve-Melchior-Clausen SyndromeDr. Mccarthy isAdvanced. Learn about Dyggve-Melchior-Clausen Syndrome.
- FibrochondrogenesisDr. Mccarthy isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrochondrogenesis.
- Kniest DysplasiaDr. Mccarthy isAdvanced. Learn about Kniest Dysplasia.
- Kozlowski Spondylometaphyseal Dysplasia
- Leri-Weill DyschondrosteosisDr. Mccarthy isAdvanced. Learn about Leri-Weill Dyschondrosteosis.
- Experienced
- Congenital Femoral DeficiencyDr. Mccarthy isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Femoral Deficiency.
- HypochondroplasiaDr. Mccarthy isExperienced. Learn about Hypochondroplasia.