Spine deformity
Published on 22 April 2021
The service provides care for people who have acquired a spinal deformity in childhood or adolescence. Care is provided at both the Royal Infirmary and the Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Edinburgh.
What is the Scottish National Spine Deformity Service?
Patients referred to the service will undergo an initial assessment and investigation. Following this, a decision will be made about whether a patient is suitable for orthotics (bracing) or surgery.
Reducing spinal curvature and enhancing quality of life are the aims of the treatment.
Find further information on the Scottish National Spine Deformity Service website.
Lead clinician
Dr Mary Rose, Consultant Paediatric Anaesthetist
Address
Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
1 Little France Crescent
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Royal Hospital for Sick Children
9 Sciennes Road
Edinburgh
EH9 1LF
NSD contact
Senior Programme Manager, Louise Wilson – louise.wilson9@nhs.scot – 0131 2756632
Please note that NSD does not directly provide medical services and we won't be able to answer queries about your own care or appointments. If you would like to discuss any aspects of your care, please contact your primary healthcare provider. This might be your GP, Consultant, Nurse or other healthcare professional. They will be best placed to give you the right advice.