MOG Paediatric
Spine Service

Caring for Children and Families with Spinal Conditions

Why Choose MOG for Paediatric Spine Care?

As Melbourne’s premier paediatric spine private practice, Melbourne Orthopaedic Group (MOG) delivers unparalleled care for children and adolescents with spine conditions. Our team of highly trained orthopaedic surgeons provides world-class treatment tailored to young patients, ensuring optimal health and mobility with compassion and expertise.

MOG is the only private practice south of the Yarra with specialised paediatric spine expertise.
Avoid the stress of crossing the city. Families living in Melbourne’s southern suburbs now have access to expert private paediatric spine care without the need to travel north of the Yarra.

Continuity of Care Through to Adulthood:
At MOG, care doesn’t stop at 18. We provide seamless long-term support for growing children, adolescents, and young adults with spinal conditions.

Our Paediatric Spine Services

We offer comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and management for a range of paediatric spine conditions, including:

Scoliosis and kyphosis
Spondylolisthesis
Congenital spine conditions
Trauma and fractures
Neuromuscular conditions affecting the spine

Our surgeons use state-of-the-art techniques, including minimally invasive procedures and innovative treatments like vertebral body tethering, to ensure the best outcomes for your child.

World-Class Expertise

Our paediatric spine specialists are multnationally trained and recognised for their contributions to spinal care. Our team collaborates with the Royal Children’s Hospital and international research groups to ensure your child receives care aligned with global best practices.

Prof. Aaron Buckland: Prof. Buckland is a leading spinal surgeon with expertise in paediatric and adult spinal deformities. After earning his MBBS/BMedSci from the University of Melbourne, he completed his Orthopaedic Training in Melbourne, Australia. Subsequently he undertook spinal surgery fellowship at NYU Langone Health in New York City, where he subsequently practiced from 2015 and was appointed the Director of Spine Research before returning to Melbourne in 2020. Prof. Buckland is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery in the USA in addition to having specialist qualifications in Australia.

In addition to running a high volume practice focused on quality and safety, Prof. Buckland has extensive academic achievements wth over 180 peer-reviewed publications, and is a member of the Harms Study Group, and Paediatric Spine Study Group in the USA. Prof. Buckland founded the Paediatric Spine Surgery Registry at the Royal Children’s Hospital with the aim of improving the results of spine surgery in children and adolescents.

Mr. Karim Kantar: Mr. Kantar is an Australian-trained orthopaedic surgeon specialising in paediatric and adult spinal surgery. He graduated from Flinders University and completed fellowships at the Austin Hospital, Melbourne Orthopaedic Group and the Children’s Hospital of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. His expertise includes complex spinal deformities and innovative surgical techniques such as anterior scoliosis correction and vertebral body tethering.

Family-Centred Care

We know that spine conditions can be overwhelming for families. At MOG, we provide:

Clear, compassionate communication to guide you through diagnosis and treatment
Personalised treatment plans tailored to your child’s needs
Support for rehabilitation and long-term care
Convenient appointment scheduling at our Windsor clinic
Saturday clinics available every three months to accommodate busy family schedules

Our goal is to empower your family with the knowledge and care needed for your child’s recovery and wellbeing.

How to Refer

Getting started is simple:

Obtain a referral from your GP or specialist.
Contact us at (03) 9529 3333 to book an appointment with one of our paediatric spine specialists.
Online Patient Referral Portal -click link below.

We accept referrals from across Melbourne and beyond, ensuring your child receives timely, expert care.

*Please note referrals for public hospital appointments should be directed to the Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne.

If you have questions or need assistance with the referral process, please contact our team.

MOG Paediatric Spine Service