Alexander M. Cherkashin, M.D.

About

Alexander M. Cherkashin, M.D., is research director of the Center for Excellence in Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction at Scottish Rite for Children. He also serves as an associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Dr. Cherkashin earned his medical degree from Novosibirsk State Medical University in Russia where he also completed his clinical clerkship in surgery, traumatology and orthopedics. He completed his orthopedic surgery internship and residency at the Kurgan Scientific Center for Restorative Traumatology and Orthopedics in Russia.

His research interests focus on limb lengthening, deformity correction, bone transport, circular external fixation and complex limb reconstruction. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters and educational resources while contributing to the development of innovative orthopedic technologies, computerized preoperative planning systems and patented external fixation devices that have advanced limb reconstruction around the world.

Dr. Cherkashin is an internationally recognized educator who regularly lectures and teaches surgeons around the world on limb reconstruction techniques and distraction osteogenesis. His professional affiliations include the Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society, the International Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society and the British Limb Reconstruction Society. With more than 40 years of experience in orthopedics and research, his goal is to help children with complex limb conditions regain function, mobility and confidence.

Academic Appointment

Associate Professor, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery