Children's Bone & Spine Surgery

Las Vegas Scoliosis Association Announces First Meeting
Group serves as support for scoliosis sufferers and families

(LAS VEGAS)— On Thursday, September 20, people who have been affected, directly or indirectly, by scoliosis, will have a chance to meet others at the first ever meeting of the Las Vegas Scoliosis Association.

The local chapter, established and led by Dr. Jonathan F. Camp, a pediatric spine surgeon specializing in scoliosis, will serve as an outlet for support, education and guidance for those affected by the condition.

“I am thrilled to be able to announce the first meeting of our association,” said Camp. “There has never been any outlet for people to meet others affected by scoliosis and this group is an important part of dealing with the diagnosis, treatment and recovery.”

The first meeting, which will run from 6 to 7:30 p.m., will be an introduction to the community and a chance for people to volunteer to help run the organization. There is no cost to attend the first meeting, however to become a member of the group there is a small fee of $20 yearly for residents, and $50 for the medical community.

“It is my plan to work with the members of our support group to provide information and insight into scoliosis,” he said. “Eventually, I have big plans for our group and its impact in the Las Vegas community.”

The Scoliosis Association, Inc. was founded in 1974 and is a non-profit, volunteer-driven, non-medical organization. It provides information, support groups and information lines to those affected in any way by scoliosis. There are more than 50 active chapters in the U.S. For more information, go to www.scoliosis-association.org or call 1-800-800-0669.

Jonathan Camp, MD, is a pediatric spine surgeon at Children’s Bone and Spine Surgery, at 1525 E. Windmill Lane, Ste. 201 and 653 N. Town Center, Ste. 208. With 25 years of experience in pediatric spine focused on scoliosis, he is certified with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is a member of numerous prestigious organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Pediatric Orthopaedic Society and the Nevada Medical Association. Camp is an active fellow in the Scoliosis Research Society and the American Academy of Pediatrics (Orthopaedic Subsection). For more information call (702) 434-6920 or go to www.cbsortho.com.