Patrick Touhy, MD

Patrick Touhy, MD is a UW Health Kids pediatric orthopedic medicine doctor and an assistant professor in the Department of Orthopedics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He helps children with bone and joint problems, working closely with families to make sure kids get the care they need to grow strong and healthy.

Dr. Touhy treats many conditions, including hip dysplasia, clubfoot, scoliosis and broken bones. He enjoys helping children from the time they are first diagnosed all the way through recovery. He is especially interested in hip dysplasia and clubfoot and does research to improve care for these conditions. Dr. Touhy focuses on treatments that don’t require surgery, which means he can help kids heal in ways that are gentle and effective.

Dr. Touhy’s care philosophy is based on service. He believes in listening carefully to patients and families, working together to create a plan that fits their needs. When meeting a new patient, he takes time to build trust and make them feel comfortable. He knows that helping children means helping their families too, and he works hard to make sure everyone understands the care plan.

Outside of work, Dr. Touhy enjoys spending time with his wife and two young children. He likes staying active and being outdoors. He also feels lucky to be part of the Madison and Wisconsin communities, where people are kind, humble, and deeply involved in their children’s care.

My hope for each one of my patients is that they get to do the things in life that they want to do. I want to help make sure that an injury or condition doesn’t stop them from living a full and happy life.