Gillette Children’s has named orthopedic surgeon and Medical Director of Integrated Care Services Tom Novacheck, MD, as the chair of its Cerebral Palsy Institute.
Gillette Children’s Cerebral Palsy Institute is a leading innovator in clinical care, forward-thinking research, and patient advocacy. This focus aligns with specialty care, resulting in a personalized, innovative approach that allows providers and individuals with the condition to thoughtfully seek out appropriate treatment choices.
Dr. Novacheck recently completed a term as president of the American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM). He has been involved in more than 150 academic papers, research studies, and presentations in his tenure. He is a professor of orthopedics at the University of Minnesota.
Additionally, he’s an active member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Society, and the Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America.
