Dr. Taylor Jackson, Orthopedic Surgery

Taylor Jackson, MD, is a dual fellowship–trained pediatric orthopedic spine surgeon at CHOC, part of Rady Children’s Health in Orange County, California. As an expert in pediatric orthopedics, Dr. Jackson cares for babies, kids, and teens with complex musculoskeletal conditions. He specializes in spine deformities, such as scoliosis and other traumatic, congenital, and developmental conditions affecting the spine. Dr. Jackson is among a select group of pediatric orthopedic surgeons with advanced training in both pediatric and adult spine surgery. This additional expertise uniquely qualifies him to manage complex and revision spine cases, including those involving the cervical spine.

Dr. Jackson is a member of the CHOC Orthopedic Institute and the Spine Center, where he sees patients with spinal disorders ranging from simple musculoskeletal back pain to complex spine deformities. Additionally, he is a member of the multidisciplinary Spasticity Clinic where he sees patients with conditions causing hypertonicity, such as cerebral palsy. He also treats patients with other neuromuscular conditions including spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and muscular dystrophies.

Dr. Jackson is an accomplished researcher with numerous peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national and international scientific meetings. His work has been highly recognized and supported by competitive scholarships and research awards. Dr. Jackson’s research focuses on neuromuscular scoliosis, three-dimensional spine deformity correction in idiopathic scoliosis, and motion-preserving, non-fusion techniques such as vertebral body tethering.

“What I love about pediatric orthopedics is the opportunity to develop long-term relationships with patients and families and the ability to make a positive impact on a child that will last a lifetime. Every child deserves a chance to move, grow, and thrive. I am dedicated to helping each patient achieve the best possible function and quality of life through individualized, family-centered care.”

Locations

Rady Children’s Orthopedic Center
1310 W. Stewart Drive, Suite 508
Orange, CA 92868
phone: 888-770-2462

Rady Children’s Orthopedic Center, Mission Viejo
25982 Pala Drive 230
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
phone: 888-770-2462

CHOC Specialty Care Clinic
555 S. Main St. Building: Southwest Tower
Orange, California 92868
phone: 888-770-2462
fax: 855-246-2329

Education

• Medical School
  University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, TX
• Orthopedic Surgery Residency
  Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN
• Pediatric Orthopedics and Scoliosis Fellowship
  Rady Children’s Hospital, San Diego, CA
• Adult and Pediatric Comprehensive Spine Fellowship
  Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY
• Clinical Research Fellowship
  Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA