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Scoliosis, the most common spinal disorder in pediatric patients, is defined by a curvature of the spine greater than 10 degrees.The most common type of scoliosis is called Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) and is found in individuals between 11 to 18 years of age. AIS corresponds to 90% of the cases of scoliosis in the pediatric population, with an overall prevalence of 0.47- 5.2%, affecting girls more than boys (3:1) (1,2). There are different treatment options for scoliosis, depending mainly on the curvature size and skeletal maturity (Maruyama et al. 2003; Bunnell, 1986). Surgery is reserved for patients with curves greater than 45 degrees while still growing or greater than 50 degrees for skeletally mature patients (3,4). As the healthcare continues to evolve, there is a growing recognition of the need to prioritize patient-reported outcomes (PROMs) for a comprehensive understanding of the impact of scoliosis on individuals' lives (5). This abstract explores the importance of PROMs, specifically the Scoliosis Research Society-30 questionnaire, in assessing and improving the quality of care for scoliosis patients that were submitted to surgical intervention.    PROMs data were collected from 88 AIS patients at the Alberta Children’s Hospital undergoing surgical intervention. Comprehensive assessments were conducted at distinct time points, including preoperative baseline measurements and postoperative evaluations at 3, 6, and 12 months. The evaluation encompassed five key domains, including: function, pain, self-image, mental health, and satisfaction/dissatisfaction with management, as well as possible changes in the results before and after surgery.  This project highlights the pivotal role of PROMs, with a specific focus on the SRS-30 questionnaire results, in creating a more holistic and patient-centered approach to scoliosis management.