A Multidisciplinary Approach to Pediatric Surgery
At CHRISTUS Children's General Surgery Clinic, your child receives specialized care from a team of pediatric experts dedicated to ensuring comprehensive surgical care for infants, children, and teens.
From minimally invasive to complex procedures, our specialists prioritize your child's needs for the best possible outcome.
Our team brings together the top providers in pediatric surgery to provide compassionate, expert care, from consultation to surgery and recovery. With a focus on your child's overall well-being, our surgeons collaborate to deliver the best possible outcome, tailoring treatment plans to each child's unique needs.
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Pediatric General Surgery Programs and Services
The Chest Wall Deformity Program at CHRISTUS Children's is a specialized initiative dedicated to diagnosing and treating children and teenagers with chest wall deformities, such as pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum. Our program focuses on delivering tailored care that ranges from non-surgical management to advanced surgical corrections, depending on your child's needs and severity of the condition.
Using the latest techniques and technology, your child will get care from a dedicated team striving to improve physical function and aesthetic appearance, enhancing the quality of life for your child. We ensure you receive the support, education, and expert care needed throughout your journey.
Learn more about Chest Wall Deformity here.
The Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS) Program at CHRISTUS Children's offers specialized care for children and adolescents suffering from this complex condition. Our dedicated team employs a multidisciplinary approach to diagnose and treat MALS, focusing on relieving the chronic abdominal pain that characterizes the syndrome.
Through a combination of innovative diagnostic methods and advanced surgical techniques, we aim to alleviate symptoms and improve the overall quality of life for our patients. Our program is committed to providing personalized care and support, ensuring families are well-informed and involved every step of the way.
Learn more about Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome here.
The Bariatric General Surgery Program is tailored for teenagers facing obesity-related health issues. Led by a multidisciplinary team with the CHRISTUS Children's Adolescent Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Clinic, our goal is to improve your child's health, well-being, and quality of life through personalized treatment plans that focus on sustainable outcomes.
The GI General Surgery Program at CHRISTUS Children's is dedicated to addressing gastrointestinal diseases affecting the stomach and intestines. Our specialized team works closely with the state-of-the-art CHRISTUS Children's Pediatric Gastrointestinal Clinic to provide advanced diagnostic and surgical treatments.
We focus on personalized care, tailored to the unique needs of each child, aiming to improve digestive health and enhance overall well-being through innovative and minimally invasive procedures.
Diaper rash can be a challenge during recovery, especially after gastrointestinal surgery. See our diaper rash care guide.
Our Oncology General Surgery Program offers expert surgical care for children diagnosed with oncology and solid tumors.
Collaborating closely with the CHRISTUS Children's Cancer & Blood Disorders Clinic, our skilled team of oncologists and surgeons devises integrated treatment plans that combine advanced surgical methods with supportive therapies.
We are dedicated to improving your child’s recovery and quality of life, focusing on effective, compassionate, and individualized care.
Our Hepatobiliary Program specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of liver, gallbladder, and pancreas conditions.
Partnering with the CHRISTUS Children's Gastroenterology Clinic, our multidisciplinary team utilizes the latest in medical advancements to offer comprehensive care.
From liver and gallbladder surgeries to treating complex conditions, we are committed to providing individualized treatment plans that support your child’s health and recovery, ensuring the best outcomes with a focus on minimally invasive techniques.
At CHRISTUS Children’s in San Antonio, the Colorectal and Urogenital Program offers highly specialized, compassionate care for children with conditions affecting their bowel, urinary, and reproductive systems. Our goal is simple: to help your child feel more comfortable, confident, and independent.
We take a comprehensive, personalized approach, working closely with CHRISTUS Children’s Gastroenterology Clinic and other pediatric specialists to create a care plan tailored to your child’s unique anatomy and needs. Whether your child is born with a congenital condition or develops symptoms later in life, we’re here to walk this journey with you.
Our team includes pediatric colorectal and urogenital surgeons, urologists, gastroenterologists, and pediatric nurses, all working together to diagnose, treat, and support your child with compassion and expertise. Whenever possible, we aim to help children achieve restroom control before starting elementary school. For older children, we work alongside families in a shared decision-making process to explore treatment options and long-term care strategies.
Conditions We Treat
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Congenital Conditions: Anorectal malformations, cloacal exstrophy, cloacal malformations, vaginal agenesis, vaginal atresia
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Bowel and Urinary Disorders: Fecal incontinence, severe constipation, Hirschsprung's disease, neurogenic bowel
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Neurological Conditions: Spina bifida, tethered spinal cord, cerebral palsy, sacral agenesis, other nervous system disorders
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Other Conditions: Pelvic tumors, rectal prolapse
Advanced Procedures and Treatments
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Surgical Care: Posterior sagittal anorectoplasty, rectopexy, sphincter strengthening procedures, and more
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Diagnostic Testing: Radiology, imaging, gastrointestinal manometry, and laboratory tests
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Specialized Therapies: Sclerotherapy, Thiersch suture, and treatment for post-surgical diaper rash
For appointments, please call: 210-704-8844
Please fax physician referrals: 210-704-3061
Diaper rash can be a challenge during recovery after a colorectal or urogenital surgery. See our diaper rash care guide.
Bowel Management Bootcamp is a specialized, intensive program designed for children with colorectal and gastrointestinal issues, such as chronic constipation, fecal incontinence or complications from congenital conditions like anorectal malformation, Hirschsprung's Disease and spina bifida. The goal of this program is to help children achieve continence and improve their quality of life and confidence.
The program is held at CHRISTUS Children's at the Goldsbury Center, located on the first floor. It’s part of the Colorectal and Urogenital Program.
Families attend either morning or afternoon sessions, starting on a Friday, with follow-up visits the following Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. During the week, each child receives a personalized plan that may include medical interventions, dietary adjustments, medication management, and daily care routines tailored to their needs.
This hands-on clinic empowers families with the tools to manage bowel health at home — helping reduce hospital visits, improve daily function, and support each child’s long-term well-being.
For more information, call: 210-704-8844
A referral to the CHRISTUS Children’s Colorectal and Urogenital Program is required.
Prepare Your Child for Surgery
To ensure that you and your child are prepared, watch the videos above for in-depth information to prepare for your child's surgery. In addition, here are a few things that are helpful to know.
- Please follow our physician’s instructions regarding eating and drinking prior to surgery.
- Bring a photo ID and your child’s health insurance card to the hospital.
- Bring an accurate list of any medications your child is currently taking.
- If your child takes any medications routinely at home, please ask your physician for special instructions for your child’s day of surgery.
- A parent or legal guardian must accompany your child to the hospital and remain with them throughout their hospital stay.
- If your child develops a rash, fever, cough, diarrhea, or any illness prior to surgery, please notify your physician immediately.
Child Life Service
Child Life Specialists are available to help your child understand the Hospital environment and ease any fears. In order to help provide comfort to your child, we encourage you to bring a favorite item (blanket, pillow, stuffed animal) from home to accompany them on their day of surgery.
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocol
In our Pediatric General Surgery Program at CHRISTUS Children's, we want your child's recovery to be as smooth and comfortable as possible. To promote an easier, faster recovery, we use a special approach called Enhanced Recovery After Surgery or ERAS.
Through this method, we focus on reducing pain and helping your child get back to their normal routine sooner. This means less time in the hospital and more time recovering at home with you. We do this by using special techniques before, during, and after surgery that are proven to make recovery quicker and less painful.
Our team is here to support your child every step of the way. We'll make sure they have the best care possible, so they can feel better and get back to doing the things they love sooner. With ERAS, your child's comfort and well-being are our top priorities, because we believe every child deserves a smooth and speedy recovery.
Minimally Invasive General Surgery
We use advanced technology to perform surgeries with smaller incisions, leading to less pain, quicker recovery times, and reduced hospital stays for your child.
The CHRISTUS Children's team is skilled in a range of minimally invasive techniques, ensuring that each procedure is tailored to meet the specific needs of our young patients.
By prioritizing safety and innovation, we strive to offer the best possible outcomes while minimizing the impact of surgery on your child's life.
Robotic Surgery
CHRISTUS Children's uses robotic technology to help our surgeons enhance their capabilities to perform complex procedures with increased accuracy, flexibility, and control.
This advanced approach allows for even more precise and less invasive surgeries, improving recovery times and outcomes.
Dedicated to pioneering care, our team is committed to utilizing these cutting-edge techniques to offer superior care and support to our patients and their families.