Get to Know Me
Dr. Kevin M. Neal is a board-certified pediatric orthopedic surgeon. He is the director of the Spine Service at Nemours and the division chief of pediatric orthopedic surgery at Wolfson Children’s Hospital. He is an active researcher, innovator and leader, both locally and in national orthopedic organizations.
Why I Treat Children
It’s such an incredible privilege for parents to allow me to treat their children. I learned early in my orthopedic training just how amazing children are, even in the face of serious illness. Their toughness, resilience and positive attitudes inspire me to be the best doctor I can be to help them and their parents manage their conditions.
What I'm Passionate About
I’m passionate about making a difference in children’s lives, and I’m so proud to work for Nemours. Nemours and I share mission-driven values, making sure that all children who need care have access to our services, and treating all children equally. I want to make sure all my patients receive individualized care, tailored to their specific needs. I’m passionate about learning new things, teaching others and helping all my patients, colleagues, students, assistants and friends accomplish their goals.
Make A Difference
In addition to my work as an orthopedic surgeon, I help educate our next generation of physicians. I train orthopedic surgery residents during their pediatric rotations, and I am the fellowship director at Nemours, where orthopedic surgeons do extra training to learn the art and science of pediatric orthopedics. I have academic appointments at The University of Florida and The Mayo Clinic, present original research at national meetings, give lectures as an invited speaker to various medical groups, and serve on committees for multiple national orthopedic organizations. Some of the highlights of this work have been producing educational content for patients and their families that can be found on the websites of the Scoliosis Research Society, the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, and Nemours’ own KidsHealth.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Pediatric Orthopaedics
- Nemours Childrens Clinic - Jacksonville,
2004
Internship
General Surgery - University of Oklahoma, 1999
Residency
Orthopedic Surgery
- University of Oklahoma Medical Center,
2003
Medical/Dental School
MD
- University of Oklahoma College of Medicine,
1998
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Awards & Recognition
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2014
Best Doctors in America
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2013
Best Doctors in America
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2011
Best Doctors in America
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2009
Healthcare Hero Award, Jacksonville Business Magazine
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2012
Excellence in Teaching – Associate Faculty Teaching Award – University of Florida – Jacksonville Orthopedic Residency Training Program
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2017
Nemours Leadership Development Program
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2018
Nemours Leadership Development Program
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2018
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Achievement Award
