James O. Sanders MD

Dr. Sanders specializes in pediatric and adolescent orthopaedic disorders and spinal deformity, including scoliosis. His clinical practice includes scoliosis and other spinal deformities, hip, limb and foot abnormalities and neuromuscular disorders.

Dr. Sanders earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, completed his orthopedics residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center, and a fellowship in pediatric orthopedics and scoliosis at the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital. He has published numerous articles and book chapters on treatment of pediatric orthopedic problems. Dr. Sanders is considered a national leader in pediatric orthopedics and has won national awards for his research and treatment methods. He is a Professor of Orthopedics and the Chief of URMC Pediatric Orthopaedics. His research interests include spinal deformity, the relationship of growth to musculoskeletal disorders, and understanding human gait.