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An Affirmation of Independence
Published in Rite Up, 2023 – Issue 1. I’m brave. I’m strong. I’m beautiful. I’m perfect — just the way God made me,” says 8-year-old Jordynn, of Crowley, with her mother, DeAdriene. Together, they practice daily affirmations. “Because of Jordynn’s condition, she...
Healio Orthopedics Today: Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
In a prospective multicenter study, Medical Director of Clinical Research Henry B. Ellis, M.D., and colleagues used the Clavien-Dindo classification system to identify complications among more than 2,000 arthroscopic meniscus repairs in pediatric patients....
Bike Safety Awareness
No matter where you live, biking is a great way to get outdoors and be active. Whether it's for pleasure, to exercise or for commuting purposes, biking has numerous physical and mental benefits — the key is to do it safely. "Biking is a low-impact resistance...
Get to Know our Staff: Sarah Dronzek, Registered Nurse
Scottish Rite for Children attended the 2023 D Magazine Excellence in Nursing Awards, where Scottish Rite registered nurse Sarah Dronzek received an award in the Direct Care category. She and so many other nurses help make Scottish Rite a wonderful place to be for...
Less Common Sports Continue to Grow in Popularity
About two-thirds of kids who come to see us for sport-related injuries play at least one of these five popular sports: soccer, football, basketball, baseball and volleyball. However, young athletes sustain injuries in many other sports and activities. Download the...
Share Your Story: Meet Marley
Meet Marley, a patient who is seen by our team of scoliosis and spine experts. She also appears in some of our new advertisements! Learn more about her journey below. Blog written by Marley.I first learned that I might have scoliosis when I was at my 7-year-old...
Four Tips to Prevent Injuries in Youth Lacrosse
Lacrosse is one of the oldest sports in North America and is also one of the fastest growing sports in the United States. In 2021, there were more than 40,000 collegiate and more than 450,000 youth lacrosse players. Boys’ and girls’ lacrosse follow different rules...
Modern Luxury: Champions for Change
Scottish Rite for Children is leading the charge to ensure that children’s mental health is top of mind. By. Abra Garrett In 2021, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and the Children’s Hospital Association...
Does a Discoid Meniscus Injury Need Surgery?
A discoid meniscus is an abnormally shaped piece of cartilage found in the knee joint, and due to its shape, twisting knee movements can sometimes cause it to tear. When determining whether treatment for this injury is necessary, it is important to consider why,...
Pain-free and Positioned for Speed
Published in Rite Up, 2023 – Issue 1. “When I’m on the snow, I’m not really thinking, I’m just skiing,” says 15-year-old Banks, of Beaver Creek, Colorado. “I like to go fast!” Banks is an alpine ski racer. He skis for Ski & Snowboard Club Vail and attends high...
American Society of Hand Therapists – Prosthetics Series: Pediatric Upper Extremity Prosthetics
On this episode, we are joined by Dwight Putnam, a certified prosthetist who works at a pediatric hospital in Texas. He brings a unique perspective to his job as a prosthetist as he previously worked as a professional sculptor. In his job, Dwight works with kids...
Get to Know our Staff: Teresa Brimer, Inpatient Nursing Unit
How long have you worked at Scottish Rite for Children? How long have you been a nurse? I have worked at Scottish Rite for 18 ½ years and have been a nurse for almost 23 years. What area do you work in? I have spent my entire career at Scottish Rite serving the...
Share Your Story: Chief Growing Officer
It’s Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month, and we want to highlight our patient Isa, who also happens to be the 2022 Gerber baby! Learn more about her journey below. Blog written by Isa'a parents, John and Meredith. What prompted seeking medical...
Acute Ankle Injuries in Youth Sports
This is a summary of a program presented as part of a free, monthly education series at Scottish Rite for Children in Frisco, Texas. Register for this and other on-demand programs or watch the presentation on our YouTube channel for Medical Professionals....
With Thanks for a Happy Place
Published in Rite Up, 2023 – Issue 1. Troy Ratliff has supported Scottish Rite for Children for more than 20 years. He connected with the organization through his participation in the San Angelo Sporting Clay Shoot, an event that was established in 1998 to raise...