Pediatric Surgeon Dr. Connor Green Joins LifeBridge Health
The former Temple Street surgeon is now practicing in Baltimore following his resignation from his hospital post in Ireland.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Children’s Health
Dr. Connor Green, a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon who previously resigned from Temple Street children's hospital in 2026, has begun practicing at LifeBridge Health in Baltimore. The Maryland regulator was notified of ongoing investigations regarding his past work in Ireland when he sought employment in the United States.
Why it matters
The transition follows an ongoing Irish Medical Council investigation concerning surgical complications and the use of non-medical grade springs during scoliosis procedures. While Green provided a voluntary undertaking not to practice in Ireland, he remains authorized to treat patients in other jurisdictions.
A 2025 report identified three cases where non-medical grade springs were implanted in children with scoliosis. Dr. Green, who has authored 40 peer-reviewed articles and two book chapters, remains under review for surgeries performed between 2016 and 2023.
The players
Dr. Connor Green
He is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon now employed at LifeBridge Health who previously worked at Temple Street children's hospital.
Prof Selvadurai Nayagam
He is an expert tasked with conducting a professional report on the orthopaedic work performed by Dr. Green.
Irish Medical Council
This is the regulatory body currently conducting an ongoing investigation into the professional conduct of Dr. Green.
Health Service Executive
This is the public health agency in Ireland currently reviewing surgeries performed by Dr. Green between 2016 and 2023.
The details
The Health Service Executive is currently reviewing surgeries performed by Green during his time in Ireland between 2016 and 2023. Green is currently accepting new patients at his practice in Baltimore.
Timeline
2016-2023: Period of patient surgeries currently under HSE review.
2023: Concerns raised regarding complications and the use of unapproved springs.
2023: Green referred to the Irish Medical Council.
2025: HIQA report published on the use of non-medical grade springs.
2026: Green resigned from Temple Street children's hospital.
The Big Picture
This move highlights the challenges of tracking physician credentials and clinical practices across international regulatory borders. It extends the scrutiny established by the 2025 HIQA report on Temple Street pediatric orthopaedic practices regarding surgical device protocols.
Local patients or their guardians considering care at LifeBridge Health can evaluate the surgeon's background as part of their standard clinical review. The hospital continues to accept new patients while the regulatory reviews regarding Green's past international work proceed.
The takeaway
Patients evaluating care options should feel empowered to ask providers about their professional history and clinical certifications. Transparency remains a cornerstone of the doctor-patient relationship, especially regarding specialized surgical procedures.
Further reading
For more information on current standards and oversight, visit the Children’s Health section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Irish Times.
