Adult Spina Bifida Clinic
Until recently, spina bifida was considered a pediatric condition. Of the over 166,000 patients living with spina bifida in the U.S., more than half are now adults. Vanderbilt’s Adult Spina Bifida Clinic provides comprehensive, advanced care for patients with congenital urological conditions related to spina bifida. Our clinic is one of the few in the region solely dedicated to care for adult patients with spina bifida.
Conditions We Treat
Meet Your Care Team
Brendan T. FraineyMD
- Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgery, Laparoscopy and Robotics, Neurogenic Bladder, Pediatric Urology, Urodynamics, Urology
Why Choose Adult Spina Bifida Care at Vanderbilt
- Knowledge and experience
We are one of only 25 clinics in the nation that is solely dedicated to care of adult patients with spina bifida. Our team provides specialized care that is tailored to your individual needs.
- Skilled clinicians
The spina bifida care team at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt is known around the world for pioneering spina bifida fetal surgery. Our goal is to provide lifelong care for our patients born with spina bifida. Our team works closely with our pediatric specialists to help you transition from pediatric care to adult care.
- Team approach
Our team works closely with neurosurgeons, gastroenterologists and physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists to provide comprehensive care. We also work closely with our pediatric urologists, clinic coordinators, occupation therapists, child life specialists, social workers and patient care coordinators to help our patients transition to the adult clinic.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
- Cystoscopy
- Urodynamics