About Us
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Fellowship: University of Tennessee, LeBonheur Children’s Hospital and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Residency: Tulane University, New Orleans, LA Internship: Charity Hospital, New Orleans, LA Medical School: Northwestern University, Chicago, IL Dr. Renatta Osterdock came to Denver in February of 2008 from Loma Linda University where she served as the Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery and Medical Director of the Pediatric Neuroscience Center from 2001 to 2007. She has been internationally recognized for her role in leading the team that separated the Craniopagus twins at Loma Linda. Currently, she is working with the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children to establish the Pediatric Neuroscience Center of Excellence. The focus of this center will be on the development of a multidisciplinary team approach to the care of children with neurologic disorders. Dr. Osterdock has also been involved in volunteer medical mission work in Thailand, China, and Vietnam and has an active interest in improving neurosurgical care for children on an international level. Dr. Osterdock has appeared on NBC Nightline and MSNBC reports as well as other Nationally televisedd shows to speak of her profound work experiences and passion for serving the community through her expertise.
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Office Location: 1601 East 19th Av Suite 5125 Denver, CO 80218 To make an appointment or contact us, please call: Office:303-832-2449 Fax: (303)832-3832 |
Clinical Expertise in the treatment of:
* Spina Bifida
* Hydrocephalus
* Brain Tumors
* Spasticity
* Surgical treatment of Epilepsy
* Vagal Nerve Stimulator (VNS) placement
* Craniosynostosis
* Arteriovenous Malformations (AVM)
* Pediatric Spinal disorders/ traumatic injury
* Tethered Cord
* Arnold Chiari Malformation
* Congenital spine and brain anomalies
* Prenatal consultation for congenital malformations
We offer the newest and most innovative surgical options for a variety of disorders including:
* Intracranial Endoscopy for tumor biopsy, shunt removal, cyst fenestration
* Ventricular shunting
* Frameless computer guided surgery
* Intraoperative ultrasound
* Epilepsy surgery for focal epilepsy disorders
* Intracranial monitoring for intractable epilepsy
* Vagal Nerve Stimulator (VNS) implantation
* Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy
* Baclofen pump placement
* Absorbable plating for craniofacial reconstruction and repair
* Treatment for complex spinal disorders, tumors and vascular malformations
* Arteriovenous Malformation surgical resection, embolization and proton beam treatment
Additionally, Dr. Osterdock will evaluate some adults for treatment of specific diagnoses that may benefit from specialized techniques. These techniques and diagnoses include:
* Endoscopic treatment of pituitary tumors
* Endoscopic treatment or biopsy of intraventricular tumors or colloid cysts
* Endoscopic intraventricular cyst fenestration
* Vagal Nerve Stimulator placement for intractable epilepsy or depression
* Baclofen pump placement for spasticity, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury or multiple sclerosis