Associate Professor - Clinical
Director, Neuro-Orthopaedics Program, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Surgical Director, Cerebral Palsy Program, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Medical Director, Honda Gait Analysis and Mobility Enhancement Center, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Fellowship Director, Neuro-Orthopaedics, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Associate Fellowship Director, Pediatric Orthopaedics, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Associate Director, Ortho Innovation Program, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
405 Butterfly Gardens Dr., Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 722-3390
Email: Sean.Tabaie@nationwidechildrens.org
Sean Tabaie, MD, MBA, FAAOS, FAOA, is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and associate professor at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. At Nationwide Children’s, Dr. Tabaie serves as the director Cerebral Palsy & Neuro-Orthopedics Program, medical director of the Honda Center for Gait Analysis and Mobility Enhancement, director of the Neuro-Orthopedics Fellowship, associate director of the Pediatric Orthopedics Fellowship and associate director of the Orthopedic Innovation Program.
Dr. Tabaie, obtained his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School. He then trained in orthopedic surgery and clinical research at Saint Louis University Hospital. He subsequently completed an advanced fellowship in pediatric orthopedics at the Northern California Shriners Hospital for Children and UC Davis Medical Center, where he gained expertise in cerebral palsy treatment, child and young adult hip preservation, limb deformity treatment, club foot and scoliosis. He then showed his dedication to the field of pediatric orthopedics by completing a second fellowship at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, Australia, where he gained further experience in treatment of children with complex limb deformities and cerebral palsy.
Dr. Tabaie is board certified and is a fellow of both the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and American Orthopaedics Association (AOA). He is a true clinician-researcher and has presented his research regionally, nationally and internationally. Dr. Tabaie has co-authored book chapters and has over 70 published scientific articles. He is an active member of many national/international professional societies, including the AAOS, AACPDM, POSNA, LLRS, AOA and holds numerous leadership positions within those organizations, including his current role on the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
In his free time, Dr. Tabaie enjoys many outdoor sports, traveling and spending quality time with his wife and three children.
Education and Training
- Undergraduate Education
09/1998 – 06/2003 California Polytechnic University San Luis Obispo, B.S. - Graduate/Medical Education
08/2004 – 07/2005 Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, M.S. - Applied Physiology
08/2005 – 06/2009 Chicago Medical School/ Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, M.D.
05/2021 – 04/2024 George Washington University School of Business, M.B.A. - Post-Graduate Training
07/2009 – 07/2015 Saint Louis University Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
08/2015 – 07/2016 University of California Davis/Northern California Shriner’s Hospital for Children, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Fellowship
08/2016 – 12/2016 Royal Children’s Hospital/St. Vincent’s East Private Hospital, Pediatric Limb Reconstruction/Neuromuscular Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Advanced Fellowship
Research Interests
Dr. Tabaie's research focuses on promoting diversity, equity and inclusion and advancing innovation in pediatric orthopedics. He has published numerous peer-reviewed manuscripts, focusing on topics such as surgical outcomes in underserved populations, health care disparities in pediatric orthopedics, and novel treatment approaches for children with cerebral palsy. These publications not only have contributed to the scientific literature but also serve as a platform to address the gaps in knowledge and advocate for equitable access to care for all patients.
Current Research
Dr. Tabaie is a principal investigator with the Cerebral Palsy Research Network (CPRN), a collaboration aimed to improve treatments and outcomes for cerebral palsy patients. He is focused on advancing the field of pediatric orthopedic surgery through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. He believes that these emerging technologies have the potential to revolutionize diagnosis, treatment planning, and outcomes in pediatric orthopedics. His current research projects focus on leveraging AI algorithms and predictive modeling to enhance surgical decision-making, optimize patient care and improve long-term outcomes.