Baylor Health Care System
Baylor Regional Medical Center at Plano

Baylor and Scoliosis

Baylor gives new hope to people suffering from the pain and disfigurement of scoliosis - even those who previously thought their condition was untreatable. The Baylor Scoliosis Center at Baylor Regional Medical Center at Plano specializes in advanced surgical options to straighten spines curved due to scoliosis - one of the most common disorders of the spine.

Under the medical direction of Dr. Alexis Shelokov, the Baylor Scoliosis Center is staffed by medical professionals who are dedicated to each patient and to offering advanced and effective treatment of scoliosis in its many stages and forms. They understand the physical and mental pain the disorder can cause and are experienced in helping people heal and get their lives back. This focused attention and advanced care and treatment attract patients to the Baylor Scoliosis Center from around the world - more than half of the patients travel more than 100 miles to the Center for treatment of their condition.

Scoliosis Basics

Scoliosis is thought to be a genetic disorder and affects 12 million people in the world. Learn more about this potentially debilitating condition.

Scoliosis Treatment

Patients living with the pain and disfigurement of scoliosis commonly believe nothing can be done to help them. The medical professionals at Baylor, however, specialize in advanced procedures to straighten curvatures and ease pain. Learn more about options for treating scoliosis.