About
Dr. Hilda Hermien Kriel is an orthopedic pediatric surgeon in Temple, Texas, board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and trained at the University of Texas Medical Branch. She specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery and treats children with a range of conditions, including hip and ankle fractures, clubfoot, bowlegs, knock-knees, unequal leg length, and birth defects of the hip and feet. Her procedures include fracture treatment, imaging studies such as hip ultrasound and X-rays, and clubfoot correction. Dr. Kriel practices at Childrens Hospital Medical Practice and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, and speaks English. Her background in engineering drew her to orthopedics for its focus on structure and mechanics, and she chose pediatric orthopedics because helping children regain movement and confidence can change the course of their lives. She partners closely with families and referring physicians, emphasizing clear communication, evidence-based treatment, and care tailored to each child's individual needs, with the goal of helping every child return to the activities they love.
Conditions Treated
- Ankle fracture
- Birth defects of hip
- Clubfoot
- Hip fracture
- Leg fracture
- Birth defects of feet
- Bowlegs
- Femur fracture
- Knock-knees
- Unequal leg length
Specialized Treatments
- Ankle X-ray
- Clubfoot correction
- Femur fracture treatment
- Foot X-ray
- Hip X-ray
- Infant hip ultrasound
- Leg X-ray
- Bone length study
- Elbow X-ray
- Femur X-ray
- Forearm X-ray
- Humerus fracture treatment
- Leg fracture treatment
- Wrist fracture treatment
Insurances Accepted
Most common in Louisiana
Others
Insurance coverage can vary by location and plan. Confirm directly with the provider's office when you schedule.