Dr. David Skaggs

Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Skaggs is renowned for his expertise in pediatric spine. He has published over 280 peer-reviewed papers and delivered over 800 national and international lectures. Dr. Skaggs has designed 5 lines of spinal implants and developed numerous surgical techniques adopted world-wide. He greatly enjoys mentoring, teambuilding and engaging in leadership topics.

He received his undergraduate degree from Amherst College as an NCAA All-American at 400M hurdles. He completed his MD and residency at Columbia University. His Pediatric and Spine Fellowship was at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

Dr. Skaggs serves as the Co-Editor in Chief of Orthobullets. He has edited multiple editions of the top selling textbook in the field of pediatric orthopaedics, and well as editing 2 other texts purchased for trainees throughout the country’s top institutions.

He is the Founding President of the Pediatric Spine Foundation, the Treasurer of the Scoliosis Research Society and served on the Board of Directors of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America.