Apert Syndrome
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Apert syndrome is a rare genetic condition, present from birth, in which some bones of the skull, the face, the hands, and the feet fuse prematurely or develop differently than usual.
Usual features: A particular shape of the skull and the face, as well as fusion of fingers and toes; each case differs in its degree of involvement.
When to seek care? It is usually identified in the first months of life, which makes early follow-up important.
Which specialists treat it? It requires a multidisciplinary team: the pediatrician coordinates, together with the maxillofacial surgeon, the plastic surgeon, the neurosurgeon, and the orthopedist, according to each person's needs. Comprehensive professional support is key to supporting the child's development.
Data on 250 doctors who treat apert syndrome
Which specialist treats apert syndrome?
For Apert syndrome, the recommended specialist to see is a dentist, a maxillofacial surgeon, or a plastic surgeon. This specialist can evaluate your symptoms and guide you on next steps. You can find specialists near you and schedule a consultation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in apert syndrome
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Frequently asked questions
What is apert syndrome?
Apert syndrome is a rare genetic condition, present from birth, in which some bones of the skull, the face, the hands, and the feet fuse prematurely or develop differently than usual.
Which doctor treats apert syndrome?
For Apert syndrome, the recommended specialist to see is a dentist, a maxillofacial surgeon, or a plastic surgeon. This specialist can evaluate your symptoms and guide you on next steps. You can find specialists near you and schedule a consultation.