Paediatric Orthopaedic Clinic

Medicine that follows
natural development.

Pediortos is a specialised paediatric orthopaedic clinic in Zagreb – a safe and expert environment for preserving and improving the musculoskeletal health of children and young athletes.

Pediortos clinic

newborns to adults

all ages treated in a single specialised clinic

orthopaedics + physiatry

diagnostics, treatment and physical therapy in one place

sports orthopaedics

specialised approach to injuries in young athletes

Areas of expertise

Specialist musculoskeletal care

Each area is covered with in-depth knowledge, modern diagnostics and an individualised approach to every child.

Children's Knee

The knee is the most complex joint – and one of the most common reasons for visiting a paediatric orthopaedist, especially in young athletes.

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Knee Meniscus

Menisci are the "protectors" of knee cartilage. Meniscal tears are the most common intra-articular knee injury in young athletes.

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament

ACL injuries are increasingly common in children. Early recognition and proper treatment are key to a stable return to sport.

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Patellar Dislocation

Traumatic patellar dislocation is a serious injury that, without proper treatment, can become a chronic instability.

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Medial Plica

Symptomatic medial plica is a common cause of inner knee pain in active adolescents – frequently mistaken for other injuries.

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Infant Hip Ultrasound

Timely hip ultrasound is the most important step in detecting developmental dysplasia – a condition that can be successfully treated if diagnosed early.

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Why Pediortos?

Expert care built around your child

A specialised approach combining medical knowledge, experience and understanding of children as unique patients.

Narrow specialisation

Focused exclusively on the musculoskeletal system of children and young people – from newborns to adulthood.

Individual approach

Every child is different. Examination, diagnostics and treatment are tailored to the age and needs of each patient.

From diagnosis to recovery

Pediortos provides diagnostics, conservative and surgical treatment, and rehabilitation – all in one place.

International experience

The founder trained at leading paediatric orthopaedic centres – Philadelphia, Basel and London.

Injury prevention

Active injury prevention programmes for young athletes – reducing risk and ensuring healthy long-term development.

Zagreb, easily accessible

Clinic located in Zagreb with clear booking procedures and short waiting times.

Children in motion
About paediatric orthopaedics

Children are not small adults

Paediatric orthopaedics is a subspecialty focused on the musculoskeletal system of the growing child – from the newborn period through adolescence and adulthood.

Because children grow, their musculoskeletal problems differ from those of adults. A child's body responds differently to deformity, injury or infection, and children themselves require a special approach to examination and treatment.

Fortunately, more than two thirds of paediatric orthopaedic consultations end with the reassurance that the child's condition is simply a growth variant – harmless and without impact on later life.

What is paediatric orthopaedics?
Prim. dr. sc. Josip Vlaić
The Pediortos Team

Prim. dr. sc. Josip Vlaić

Orthopaedic Surgeon · Paediatric Orthopaedics Subspecialist

Founder of Pediortos, Dr. Vlaić works at the Zagreb Children's Hospital and the University of Zagreb School of Medicine. He has developed a particular interest in paediatric knee problems, and in 2019 defended his doctoral dissertation on knee ligament reconstruction.

  • Subspecialty certification in paediatric orthopaedics
  • Knee Fellowship – University Children's Hospital Basel, Switzerland
  • The London Knee Fellowship, United Kingdom
  • Training at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, USA
  • EFORT Travelling Fellowship – European Orthopaedic Association
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Pediortos is a trusted partner for families and professionals – your guide to healthy growth and sport without injury.