Care Philosophy
Dr. Miller“As a pediatric sports medicine physician, I believe it’s essential that young athletes and their families fully understand the injury or condition and feel confident in the treatment plan. Clear communication and shared decision-making are at the heart of good care. Like in sports, we take a team-based approach—working together to support recovery and help each athlete return safely to the activities they love.”
About Me
Shane M. Miller, M.D., FAAP, is a pediatric sports medicine physician at Scottish Rite for Children Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center. He also serves as the Section Director of Medical Sports Medicine and a professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
Dr. Miller treats a variety of sports-related conditions including sport-related concussions, overuse injuries, sprains and fractures. He is recognized for his expertise in sports medicine for young athletes and his individualized approach to patient care.
A recognized leader in pediatric sports medicine, Dr. Miller has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters and national educational resources on concussion diagnosis and recovery, injury prevention and youth athlete health. His research has contributed to advancements in concussion management, recovery outcomes and the safe participation of children and teens in sports.
He is a founding member of ConTex, a multi-institutional, clinic-based registry in North Texas that collects data on concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries (m TBI) with an emphasis on sport-related injuries in youth. He serves on the concussion oversight team for multiple local independent school districts, providing guidance regarding concussion policies, emergency action planning and injury prevention.
Dr. Miller is an advocate for safety in youth sports. He serves as a team physician for Irving Nimitz High School and for the Dallas Stars. He provides medical coverage for international and collegiate gymnastics meets and many other sporting events. He actively supports national initiatives through his engagement with organizations such as the American Academy of Pediatrics where he was elected to the Executive Committee of the Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness, the Team Up for Sports Safety (TUFSS), an initiative of the Korey Stringer Institute, Southwest Athletic Trainers Association (SWATA) and more.
His professional affiliations include the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, the Pediatric Society of Greater Dallas, the Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine Society, American College of Sports Medicine, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Texas Pediatric Society, the Texas Medical Association and USA Cheer.
Dr. Miller is board-certified in pediatrics and sports medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics. With more than 15 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Miller’s leadership extends across clinical care, research and education. He has dedicated his career to improving the safety of youth sports, from preventing sport-related injuries to teaching future sports medicine professionals to provide the same care and attention he gives to every athlete.
Publications
Academic Appointment
Professor, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Pediatrics
