MEET

DR JEFFREY KANEL

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr Jeffrey Kanel

SPECIALTIES

  • Pediatric & Adult Orthopedic Surgery

  • Pediatric & Adult Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity

  • Pediatric & Adult Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction

  • Pediatric & Adolescent  Sports Medicine

LOCATIONS

  • Los Gatos

  • Walnut Creek

PHILOSOPHY OF CARE

“I understand that a child is the most important thing in the world to a parent. So I try to be aware of this parent-child bond when providing pediatric care.”

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SERVICES

With Dr Kanel

FIREFLY

Dr is skilled in performing spinal deformity correction using Firefly 3D printed bone models and drill guides.

MAZOR-X

The Mazor X enables a surgeon to perform less invasive surgical procedures with smaller incisions, and improved recovery times.

WORK-BASED INJURIES

Dr accepts patients with work-based injuries to joints, bones and muscles. We take a team approach to worker care.

LIMB LENGTHENING

Dr is skilled in Pediatric & Adult Limb Lengthening using the Ilizarov method.

FRACTURE CARE

Dr is skilful in Fracture Care which often involves resetting the bone in place and immobilizing it in a cast or splint.

TELEHEALTH

Dr offers TeleHealth consultations for patients who are not able to visit the office in person.

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About Dr. Kanel

My approach to patient care is based on the philosophy that every person is different, and everyone deserves treatment specifically aligned with their individual needs. As an orthopedic surgeon specializing in pediatric care, I understand that a child is the most important thing in the world to a parent, and I am sensitive to this bond when caring for children with musculoskeletal injuries or conditions.

I am Fellowship-trained in pediatric orthopedics and spinal deformities. I am specialty-trained in pediatric and adolescent sports medicine, pediatric and adult scoliosis, cerebral palsy, congenital hip and foot disorders, pediatric fracture management, and limb deformities, including the use of the Ilizarov Method of circular external fixation. Using the latest nonsurgical and surgical techniques, I am dedicated to helping my patients get active and stay active and feel healthy.

In addition to treating patients, I also enjoy music, photography, scuba diving, and traveling. I have been married 30 years, and have two grown children.

Member Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society

I am proud to provide my community with advanced limb lengthening and reconstructive services. My skills in the Ilizarov external fixation system, external fixation for fractures, correction of limb deformities, lengthening of extremities, and treatments of chronic infections, nonunions and tumors allow me to correct complicated deformities.

 

  • St. Louis University School of Medicine
  • Loma Linda University San Francisco Orthopedic Residency Program
  • Loma Linda University San Francisco Orthopedic Residency Program

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society
  • California Orthopaedic Association
  • Scoliosis Research Society
  • California Medical Association
  • The Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America
  • Santa Clara County Medical Association
  • Lucile Packard Children Hospital
  • Good Samaritan Hospital, Los Gatos

  • Dr. Jeffrey Kanel was featured in Kron4 News recently! Check out the article here.
  • Dr. Jeffrey Kanel was featured in Mercury News for providing pro-bono spine surgery on Ethiopian teen, Dawit Berhanyu. Check out the article here.

Assisting the Doctor:

Zac Claunch PA-C

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Physician Assistants are highly skilled medical professionals. Dr. Kanel is joined by Zac Claunch, PA-C to provide the highest standard of care.

Reviews Mean So Much!

Reviews mean so much to both the doctor providing care as well as to prospective patients. We appreciate your reviews!

I’m very satisfied with my visit to Dr. Jeffrey Kanel’s office. The staff was friendly and the Doctor was very professional. Definitely will recommend him to friends and family.

- Lam B

Dr Kanal has treaded my kids in the past. Always had a great experience with him, he is a very caring and knowledgeable physician! Thanks!

- Lili L

We were so relieved when the staff with Dr. Kanel were able to see my son on very short notice. The entire process was a breeze and Dr. Kanel and his staff were wonderful.

- Dawn R