GIVING CHILDREN BACK THEIR CHILDHOOD
Every day our world-renowned experts provide care, guidance and innovation to help kids run, jump and play.


REDEFINING PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDICS Every Day
TRUST OUR
WORLD-RENOWNED EXPERTS
Scottish Rite's orthopedic specialists are at the forefront of their profession and are recognized globally for their leadership in:
- Providing extraordinary patient care
- Treating a complete range of pediatric orthopedic conditions
- Solving many of the world’s most complex orthopedic cases
- Pioneering research and innovation of leading-edge technologies
- Discovering genetic breakthroughs
- Educating future leaders in pediatric orthopedics
YOUR CHILD'S EXPERIENCE
The moment you walk through the doors framed with bright red crayons and greet one of the 1,000 volunteers who make Scottish Rite especially child-friendly, you know you’ve come to the right place.Â
RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Patient care means more to us than simply treating symptoms. We’re working toward finding cures for these conditions so all children can just be kids.Â
COLLABORATION
We bring together the brightest minds to solve the toughest problems. Through a new collaboration with By Way of Dallas, we will now offer patients the opportunity to merge fashion with function to help them develop confidence.
Hear Our Patients’ Stories
In Their Own Words
Are you a patient or family willing to share your journey? Your story could provide hope and inspiration to others experiencing difficulties.
Latest News
Get to Know Our Staff: Claire Clark, Research
What was your first experience at Scottish Rite?My first experience at Scottish Rite was as a patient for one of my many sports-related injuries in middle school. I began shadowing at Scottish Rite…
D CEO: Ask the Expert With Dr. Henry Ellis
Learn more about the rising rate of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in young athletes, as discussed by Henry B. Ellis, M.D. — pediatric orthopedic surgeon, medical director of clinical research and…
Get to Know Our Staff: Wendi Gray, Development
What is your job title?I am a senior donor relations analyst for the Development department. What is the most fulfilling part of your job?It is inspiring to see how much our donors…
Childhood Fractures: What You Need to Know
The human skeleton takes decades to fully mature. Until then, a child\'s bones differ from an adult in several ways. Like young tree branches, which bend before they snap, a child’s softer…
Bodhi Walks His Own Path Despite His Limb Difference
Bodhi, of Garland, Texas, has a resilient spirit that is almost as bright as his smile. Described as a happy, cheerful and loving son, Bodhi’s limb difference was discovered at his 18-week…
Get to Know Our Staff: Nicole Shively, Physical Therapy
What is your job title at Scottish Rite?I am a sports physical therapist. What is the most fulfilling part of your job?It is fulfilling to help kids find joy through the rehabilitation…
D Magazine’s 2025 Excellence in Nursing Award Winners
Scottish Rite for Children congratulates Sheila Maldonado and Sherri Posey on being named D Magazine’s 2025 Excellence in Nursing honorees. This annual recognition celebrates nurses whose compassion, dedication and exceptional caregiving skills…
ACL Injuries and Female Athletes: What You Need to Know
At Scottish Rite for Children, our sports medicine team cares for many young athletes with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries every year. With her previous experience as a Division II soccer player,…
Micaela’s Road to Confidence Through Expert Care
Micaela, of Northlake, Texas, is described by her family as the \"ultimate girly girl.\" She can often be seen arriving to her appointments at Scottish Rite for Children wearing pink or purple…
Get to Know Our Staff: Hayden Hood, Human Resources
What is your job title/your role at Scottish Rite?I am a talent acquisition assistant. I manage recruitment marketing for our Human Resources department and assist during the recruiting process. What is the…