Dr. Peter Alan Smith, MD

Dr. Peter Smith is an orthopedic surgeon with over four decades of medical practice, bringing extensive expertise to children's orthopedic care. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Chicago Medicine. With 42 years of experience treating complex musculoskeletal conditions in pediatric patients, Dr. Smith has developed specialized knowledge in caring for young people with challenging orthopedic needs. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse families.

Dr. Smith practices at Shriners Hospitals For Children in Chicago, where he focuses on treating children with cerebral palsy, osteoporosis, and osteogenesis imperfecta. His approach includes comprehensive physical therapy programs and diagnostic imaging such as extremity X-rays to evaluate bone and joint conditions. He also specializes in assessing spinal curvature through techniques like the Risser sign …evaluation for scoliosis patients. Families consistently rate their experience with Dr. Smith highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars for his compassionate care and surgical expertise.