Pediatric Orthopedics

Compassionate bone, joint, and trauma care for children of all ages

Overview

When a child suffers an orthopedic injury or condition, it’s not just about bones — it’s about their future growth, development, and confidence. At Catskill Orthopedics, Dr. Charles W. Episalla brings over 30 years of experience treating pediatric orthopedic conditions, from simple fractures to complex congenital disorders.

Dr. Episalla’s training includes extensive work in pediatric trauma, and he has long served as a trusted orthopedic resource for families throughout Sullivan, Orange, Ulster, and Dutchess Counties. Whether your child has a sports injury, a limb deformity, or a growth-related concern, we provide specialized, child-friendly care close to home.

Why Choose Catskill Orthopedics for Pediatric Orthopedic Care?

Experienced in pediatric and adolescent orthopedics
Dr. Episalla has treated pediatric fractures, scoliosis, hip disorders, growth plate injuries, and congenital conditions for over three decades. His orthopedic residency included training at top academic institutions including Memorial Sloan Kettering, Lincoln Hospital, and Westchester Medical Center, with focused work in pediatric trauma care.

Long-standing commitment to young athletes
As Team Physician for SUNY Sullivan for over 25 years and a Hall of Fame inductee, Dr. Episalla has helped hundreds of young athletes recover from sports injuries safely and return to activity.

Family-centered, personalized care
We understand how stressful orthopedic issues can be for both kids and caregivers. We offer clear guidance, age-appropriate explanations, and treatments that prioritize function and comfort — with a strong emphasis on avoiding unnecessary surgery when possible.

Convenient care without the hospital stress
With offices in Ferndale and Goshen, we offer evaluation, imaging referrals, bracing, casting, and follow-up all in one place — helping families avoid long drives or large hospital systems when not needed.

Common Pediatric Conditions We Treat

  • Growth plate (physeal) injuries

  • Pediatric fractures and trauma (arm, leg, spine, pelvis)

  • Sprains, dislocations, and overuse injuries

  • Scoliosis and kyphosis

  • Limb length discrepancies and angular deformities

  • Hip dysplasia and pediatric hip pain

  • Clubfoot and congenital foot deformities

  • Cerebral palsy and neuromuscular orthopedic conditions

  • Muscular dystrophy and genetic bone conditions

  • Osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease)

  • Juvenile arthritis or joint inflammation

  • Sports injuries (ligament tears, tendonitis, apophyseal avulsions)

Treatment Options

Non-Surgical Pediatric Orthopedic Care:

  • Casting and splinting for fractures

  • Custom orthotics or bracing

  • Physical therapy referrals

  • Medication and injection therapy

  • Monitoring of spinal curves or growth patterns

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeries:

  • Fracture repair with plates, rods, or screws

  • Growth plate and limb-length discrepancy correction

  • Surgical correction of foot deformities

  • Evaluation for improperly healed injuries