Care Philosophy
Daniel J. Sucato, M.D., M.S.“To be able to make a difference in a child, allowing them to have a better life and to live life to the fullest. For parents, our greatest gift is to give them hope that their child will get the greatest care the world has to offer, that is personalized and provides them an opportunity to get back to participating fully in all the things they are capable of doing.”
About Me
Daniel J. Sucato, M.D., is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Scottish Rite for Children, where he also serves as chief of staff and director of the Center for Excellence in Spine. Additionally, he is a professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
Dr. Sucato treats a range of complex orthopedic conditions including scoliosis, kyphosis, hip dysplasia and femoroacetabular impingement. He is recognized for his expertise in pediatric spinal deformity, complex spine surgery and hip disorders.
He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and textbook chapters focused on pediatric spinal deformity, scoliosis, kyphosis, hip preservation and innovative surgical techniques. His research and educational efforts have helped advance evidence-based care for children with complex orthopedic conditions around the world.
Dr. Sucato’s professional affiliations include the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, the American Orthopaedic Association and the Scoliosis Research Society.
He earned his undergraduate degree from Canisius College in Buffalo, New York, before earning his medical and graduate degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery internship, an orthopedic surgery residency and a basic science research fellowship at the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine, followed by fellowships in pediatric orthopedics and scoliosis at Scottish Rite for Children in Dallas, Texas, and AO/ASIF spinal surgery at Inselspital in Bern, Switzerland.
Dr. Sucato is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. With more than 30 years of experience in medicine, his leadership extends across clinical care, research and surgical education. His goal is to advance treatments that help children regain function, independence and confidence while supporting Scottish Rite’s commitment to giving children back their childhood.
Publications
Academic Appointment
Professor, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
