Orthopaedics
Derek Kelly, MD
Professor, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center — Campbell Clinic Department of Orthopedics
Dr. Derek M. Kelly is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the treatment of children and adolescents with musculoskeletal conditions. His primary clinical focus includes sports injuries, fractures, limb deformities, newborn foot deformities such as clubfoot (as an approved Ponseti provider), pediatric and adolescent spinal deformities like scoliosis, hip diseases including Perthes disease, and pediatric trauma and infections. He serves exclusively pediatric patient populations, fr
24+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
Education & Training
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine — M.D., 2002
- Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children — Fellowship, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, 2007-2008
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences — Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2002-2007
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
2020-2025 (6 years)
2020-2025 (6 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Le Bonheur Children's Hospital
- Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
- Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics
Languages
English
Experience
24+ years in practice