Johnny Zhang, M.D.

About

Hong “Johnny” Zhang, M.D., is the Division Director for Spine Innovations at Scottish Rite for Children. He also serves as an associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Zhang earned his medical degree from Tianjin Medical University in China. He completed his orthopedic surgery internship and residency at Tianjin Hospital and later fulfilled a research fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

Dr. Zhang’s research focuses on scoliosis, spinal growth and innovative treatments for children with complex spinal deformities. His work combines biomechanics, engineering and clinical research to improve care for growing children. He has received multiple awards and honors from the Scoliosis Research Society, including two John H. Moe Awards for Best Basic Science. He also holds several patents related to spinal deformity treatment technologies.

Dr. Zhang’s professional affiliations include the Scoliosis Research Society and the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America. He is passionate about developing growth-guided scoliosis treatments to reduce the need of continuous surgeries. With more than 40 years of experience in orthopedics and research, his goal is to help children heal while giving families confidence and peace of mind.

Academic Appointment

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