About Mohan V. Belthur, MD
Mohan V. Belthur, MD, had his first exposure to orthopedics when he injured his elbow, leg and foot as a child. Later, battling a serious illness during medical school taught him even more about difficulties patients can face and the value of receiving excellent healthcare.
Those experiences inspire Dr. Belthur's compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care. As an orthopedic surgeon, he strives to improve the lives of children, adolescents and young adults with musculoskeletal problems.
"I love working with children and their families, being able to solve challenging problems and make a difference in their lives," Dr. Belthur says.
Dr. Belthur is passionate about teaching, mentoring and connecting - whether with patients and families or other health professionals. He's also involved in life-changing clinical research and global health. He works with nonprofit organizations focused on easing the burden of childhood musculoskeletal disorders in low- and middle-income countries.
Sharing Phoenix Children's passion for providing hope, healing and the best healthcare, he also appreciates being part of an organization that promotes diversity and inclusion.
When he's not working, Dr. Belthur enjoys traveling with his family and visiting national parks and cultural heritage centers worldwide. He also enjoys running, hiking, biking and yoga, and is training for his black belt in the South Korean martial art of Tang Soo Do. His interests also include reading about history, ancient Indian scriptures, leadership and well-being.
Medical School / Education
Bangalore Medical College, Bangalore, India
Residency
Seth GS Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India & West Midlands Orthopaedic Training Program, Birmingham, UK
Fellowship
(Pediatric Orthopedics) Alfred I Dupont Hospital for Children, Wilmington, DE
(Pediatric Orthopedics & Limb Reconstruction) Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, MD
(Pediatric Orthopedics & Scoliosis) Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
Limb Lengthening and Deformity
Cerebral Palsy
Spina Bifida
Spine Deformity
Hip Disorders
Foot & Ankle Disorders
Musculoskeletal Infections
Fractures
Castle-Connolly
Academic Affiliations
Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Child Health, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix, AZ
Professional Affiliations
Ponseti International Association
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America
American Academy of Cerebral Palsy & Developmental Medicine
Dede O, Thacker MM, Rogers KJ, Oto M, Belthur MV, Baratela W, Mackenzie WG. Upper cervical fusion in children with Morquio syndrome: intermediate to long term results. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2013 Jul 3;95(13):1228-34. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23824392/
View more at PubMedPediatric limb reconstruction
Neuromuscular disorders
Pediatric spine deformity
Childhood hip disorders
Pediatric foot & ankle disorders
Musculoskeletal infections
Arthrogryposis
Phoenix Children's Specialty Care - Arrowhead Campus
6524 W. Sack Dr.
Glendale, AZ 85308
Rating & Reviews
I just love the truth and the honesty of the doctor that we met at our visit. My daughter is finally getting the services that she needs in order to better set her up in life. Even though I wasn't completely happy with what he was saying. And that's only because it was the truth and not a lie. I am pleased and can't wait to get started on our journey.
Very good experience
Dr.was very professional,caring and kind. Very good Orthopedic.
I was very happy with our Zoom appointment with Dr. Belthur. He was able to answer all of my questions and provide more information about scheduling my child's procedure. He was able to clarify a few incorrect assumptions I had about the scheduling then provided me the necessary contact information for moving forward. We feel comfortable continuing to work with Dr. Belthur on our child's upcoming surgery and follow-up care.
Dr. Mohan was concise, honest and did not sugar coat things and I appreciated it. He also took care of things quick! Helped us understand why our efforts to correct our sons tippy toe walking did not help. We feel taken care of now moving forward and appreciate both him and the other doctor who took our sons casting.
I always leave with relief knowing they always provide the best for my girl.