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Wally Krengel, MD

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Wally Krengel, MD

Orthopedics, Spine

On staff since December 1990

Children's Title: Chief, Spine

Research Center: Center for Clinical and Translational Research

"I was the fix-it man at home growing up. I loved to take apart (and put back together) every old device I could clocks, radios, engines, and put together models, kits, blocks, and erector sets. If there was anything broken or malfunctioning, mom or dad expected me to fix it. I found pediatric spinal deformity to be the ultimate clinical application of technological advancement in orthopedic surgery. Particularly because of the critical and sensitive spinal cord laying within!! Many of the procedures used routinely today for pediatric spine problems were not even considered possible 25 years ago when I was in medical school or residency. I guess one might think of it as being able to use the ultimate erector set to rebuild childrens spinal columns around the spinal cord. WOW! I couldnt have imagined when I started medical school being able to do the things I do now on a daily basis. On top of that - I just love taking care of children."

Recommendations

colewoodinville WA11.09.12
i would rate Dr.Krengel a six out of five stars!!!!!!:) i had scfe on my hip, and he did an awesome job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:):):) thanks Dr.Krengel! -cole
AmyKent,WA10.01.12
My daughter was diagnosed with mild scoliosis which then progressed to severe scoliosis in a matter of months. Her only option was surgery. Dr. Krengel came highly recommended and we were not disappointed. He did an amazing job. Both he and his wonderful staff took great care of us and my daughter. Neither myself or my ex-husband have a medical background; Dr, Krengel took his time explaining everything in a manner in which we could understand. He has a strong and reassuring presence which is very helpful when you are in a situation that is beyond your control. Two years after surgery, my daughter is back to normal. People are always surprised when they find out she has had spinal fusion surgery. If we had to do this over again, I would choose Dr. Krengel without hesitation to take care of my baby.
VictorSeattle, WA12.01.11
I was suffering from severe spondylolysthesis. Dr. Krengel took the time to explain the problem, and the options available to me, and was genuinely concerned for my well being, and if not for his work, I wouldn't be walking today. Dr. Krengel is a great surgeon and recommend him highly.
KimOlympia, WA 06.06.11
My daughter had a 4 level spinal fusion for scoliosis in Dec of last year. She had it done at Seattle Childrens Hospital by Dr. Krengel. She has had abolutely no issues at all. I would highly recommend Dr. Krengel. He did an amazing job. She is a dancer and gymnist and is already back to dancing and doing cartwheels and roundoffs, 6 months post surgery. He is a very humble and caring Physician with years of experience and was recommended to me by other Physicians. If you have a child with a spinal issue there is no one better!
JenniferTacoma WA04.04.11
My daughter recently found out that she had a broken neck. Dr Krengel was very thorough and decided that she needed surgery as soon as possible. He was pleasant and well informed about the whole process. I have never had a doctor call me to check on my child before and afterwards Dr. Krengel did his normal rounds but when we went home after surgery He and his staff called several times to see how my daughter was doing. I would recommend him fully if you have a problem with the spine.
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Overview

Board Certification(s)
Orthopedic Surgery
Medical/Professional School
Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford
Residency
Orthopedic Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle
Fellowship
Orthopedic Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle
Research Focus Area

Translational Research

Awards and Honors

Award NameAward DescriptionAwarded ByAward Date
 Trauma Paper Competition - American College of SurgeonsAmerican College of SurgeonsJan. 1, 1990
“With Distinction”, Department of Biology, Stanford UniversityStanford universityJan. 1, 1981
Delta Kappa Epsilon ScholarshipStanford UniversityJan. 1, 1980

Publications

SPINE11-650: Complex Pediatric Cervical Spine Surgery Using Small- Non-spinal Screws and Plates and Intra-operative CT Imaging
Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine , June 2012: 9(6)594-601
Does using the medial or lateral humeral line improve reliability of Baumann angle measurement on plain x-ray? The effect of humeral length visualized on the x-ray.
Journal of pediatric orthopedics , June 2012: 32(4)373-7
Baumann angle and radial-ulnar overlap: a radiographic study to control for the angle of the x-ray beam.
Journal of pediatric orthopedics , 2012 Jul-Aug: 32(5)467-72
Radiographic analysis of type II odontoid fractures in a geriatric patient population: description and pathomechanism of the “Geier” deformity
Eur Spine , July 28, 2011
The lateral capitellohumeral angle in normal children: mean, variation, and reliability in comparison to Baumann's angle.
Journal of pediatric orthopedics , April 2011: 31(3)266-71
Nocardia asteroids septic arthritis in a healthy child
Pediatr Infect Dis J , March 1999: 308-10
Early versus delayed surgery for acute cervical spinal cord injury
Clin Orthop Relat Res , Feb. 1999: 104 - 14
Scoliosis: Office Diagnosis, Therapeutic Choices
Journal of Muscle Medicine , 1995: 54
Scoliosis: Office Diagnosis, Therapeutic Choices
J. Musc Med , 1995: 54
Comparison of same-day sequential anterior and posterior spinal fusion with delayed two-stage anterior and posterior spinal fusion
Spine , June 1994: 1256-9
Early stabilization and decompression for incomplete paraplegia due to a thoracic-level spinal cord injury
Spine , Oct. 1993: 2080 - 7
Combined effects of compression and hypotension on nerve root function. A clinical case. Spine
Spine , Feb. 1993: 306 - 9
Tibial Rotational Osteotomies for idiopathic torsion. A comparison of the proximal and distal osteotomy levels
Clin Orthop Relat Res , Oct. 1992: 285 - 9
Overlap: A Radiographic Study to Control for the Angle of the X-Ray Beam
Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics ,

Research Funding

Grant TitleGrantorAmountAward Date
Site Investigator – Accrual for Genetics of Spinal Deformity ConditionsAxial Biotech $7,500.00Aug. 1, 2009
Scoliosis: Retrospective Clinical RegistrySeattle Children’s Hospital Department of PediatricsMay 1, 2009
Syringomyelia-associated scoliosis: Radiological characteristics and disease progressionSeattle Children’s Hospital Department of PediatricsApril 2, 2009
Linkage Analysis and Gene Mapping of Familial Spinal Disorders, Scoliosis, Scheuermann’s Kyphosis, Spondylolsthesis, Lumbar Disc Disease, OsteoporosisAxial Biotech IncJan. 22, 2009
1) FDA phase 3 Trial, Safety and Efficacy of Titanium Surgical Mesh and Moss-Miami Pedicle Instrumentation for Spinal FusionFDA 2001 - 2008

Primary Office

Seattle Children's
OA.9.120.1 - Orthopedics Administration
4800 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
206-987-2109

Additional Offices

Seattle Children's Bellevue Clinic and Surgery Center
CB-11
1500 - 116th Ave NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
425-454-4644

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