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Trying to Bulk Up? How to Support Young Men Desiring to Gain Weight for Sports
Taylor Morrison, M.S., R.D., CSSD, L.D., hears this question from young male athletes commonly, “What can I do to build muscle?” These athletes often end up turning to fancy and expensive supplements or loading up on meat at lunch and dinner but often don’t see the...
D Magazine: Scottish Rite for Children is Studying the Impact of the Pandemic on Children and Young Adults
Researchers at Scottish Rite for Children are looking into the impact of the pandemic on kids, teenagers and adults. One study is analyzing current and former patients 18 years of age or older, volunteers, community members, and others to see the psychological...
Get to Know our Staff: Jessica Dabis, Therapy Services
What is your role at Scottish Rite for Children? I work in the Sports Physical Therapy department in Frisco. I evaluate and treat non-operative and post-op sports injuries, spanning all joints. I typically see patients one-on-one throughout the day in 45-minute...
My Child Has a Buckle Fracture, Now What? – Fracture Clinic Tips
A buckle fracture, also known as a torus fracture, is a very common injury for children. Because pediatric bones are softer and more flexible than adult bones, one side of the bone may buckle (or bend) upon itself without disrupting the other side of the bone....
In-toeing, Out-toeing and Crooked Legs: Treatment Options and When to be Concerned
The following is a summary of a presentation on rotational and angular alignment conditions in the lower extremity. Corey S. Gill, M.D., pediatric orthopedic surgeon addresses when to be concerned and when to make a referral. The lecture was given as part of the...
Get to Know our Staff: Courtney Warren, Physical Therapy
What is your role at Scottish Rite for Children? I am an outpatient physical therapist in the Orthopedic department at the Frisco campus. I evaluate and treat children and adolescents with musculoskeletal, neurologic and rheumatologic conditions through...
Keeping Athletes Fueled: Five Strategies Coaches and Parents Should Encourage in Young Athletes
Team training looks different in the summer, especially in the current environment. Want to give young athletes some good advice while they are working out on their own? Here are five winning strategies to help the team show up for the season strong, sharp and...
Share Your Story: Hole in One
Meet Phoebe, a patient seen by our spine experts. Learn more about her journey below. Blog written by Phoebe's mom, Victoria of Rockwall, TX. When Phoebe was in sixth grade, she had her annual pediatrician visit and that was when our doctor first recommended...
An Approach to Management of Toddler’s Fractures
Article originally published in latest issue of the Pediatric Society of Greater Dallas newsletter. Written by Gerad Montgomery, M.S.N., FNP-C, and Ray Kleposki, M.S.N., CPNP. A toddler's fracture is classified as a tibia shaft fracture in a child age 3 and...
The Limping Child
Article originally published in an issue of the Pediatric Society of Greater Dallas newsletter. Written by Assistant Chief of Staff Emeritus Charles E. Johnston, M.D. Print the PDF It may seem obvious to say, but a limp is never a normal finding, and in fact can...
O.I. Coordinated Care Center: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Care
At Scottish Rite for Children, our experts care for the common to the complex of pediatric orthopedic conditions. Depending on the severity, a child might require treatment from various disciplines – needing specialists who can provide care for the different...
WFAA: Healthcare Heroes
Scottish Rite for Children joined other North Texans to visibly express solidarity with local health care workers who are on the frontlines of fighting the coronavirus. As a show of support, white ribbons can be seen across the grounds. Watch the full story on...
Get to Know our Staff: Kelsei Graham, Fracture Clinic
What is your role at Scottish Rite for Children? I am a nurse coordinator at the Fracture Clinic in Frisco. I coordinate the flow and care of patients who enter our clinic, as well as monitor patients during reductions. I also speak with pediatricians to help...
Supporting Your Teen Athlete When Stress is High
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine have both recently highlighted the importance of mental health and providing a safe environment for student athletes. Here are some...
Child Life Spotlight: Empowering Children and Families to Master Challenges in Health Care
As an organization, we are committed to treating the “whole child” - mind, body and spirit. Through our multidisciplinary team of experts, we make sure the patient is comfortable at every stage of their treatment. The Child Life department helps to achieve this...