Blogs
- Anesthesiology
- Clubfoot & Foot Disorders
- Dyslexia & Learning Disorders
- Fractures
- Hand Conditions
- Hip Disorders
- Limb Lengthening
- Neurology
- Other Conditions
- Pediatric Developmental Disabilities
- Prosthetics & Orthotics
- Psychology
- Research & Innovation
- Rheumatology
- Scoliosis & Spine
- Sports Medicine
- Spotlight
- Therapy Services
Former Patient-Turned-Genie Makes Wishes Come True on Broadway
The way Major Attaway describes playing Genie in the Broadway musical “Aladdin” makes you want to burst into a classic Disney song. “My favorite moment is the song ‘Friend Like Me,’ because from start to finish you have people of all ages mouthing the lyrics....
Scottish Rite Hospital Celebrates the Graduation of the 2016-2017 Fellows
Scottish Rite Hospital is world-renowned for its dedication to training the pediatric orthopedic surgeons of the future. For almost 40 years, our fellowship program has instilled clinical expertise, compassionate care and leading edge research into each trainee in...
Ayalin’s Moment – Scoliosis
In or out of halo traction, Ayalin dazzles. Even a diagnosis of scoliosis couldn’t dampen her enthusiasm. After corrective surgery at Scottish Rite Hospital, Ayalin embraces every moment, especially those that include dance. This month, we will be giving you a...
Our Sports Medicine Team in the Community
Our pediatric sports medicine team is committed to making sure young athletes have the right care in the right place at the right time. In order for that to happen, we invite the community to educational events throughout the year. For example, we offer splinting...
Scottish Rite Hospital Staff Return from Spain with Two Major Awards
Last week, our medical staff and researchers attended the 2017 EPOSNA conference in Barcelona, Spain. This inaugural meeting combined two established pediatric orthopedic societies, POSNA (Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America) and EPOS (European Pediatric...
Mental Conditioning for Young Athletes – An Interview With Our Psychologist
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we asked psychologist, Erica Force, Ph.D., C.C.-A.A.S.P., to tell us about how to improve a young athlete’s mental health with mental conditioning. What is mental conditioning? This is a type of training where an...
Cody’s Moment – Dyslexia
When competitive gymnast Cody encountered a learning disorder, dyslexia, his family turned to the hospital’s internationally recognized team of experts. Cody’s schoolwork has improved by leaps and bounds, giving him the confidence to fly both in and out of the gym....
Patient Education: Hand Cast Care Guidelines for Small Children
How to keep the cast dry: The cast must stay dry. No water! No exceptions! This includes: Indoor and outdoor faucets Dog and cat bowls Water toys Lakes and pools Do not bathe or clean the child in the sink or tub. Casts get wet with less than one inch of water in...
JohnMichael’s Story: A Sign of Hope
Rainbows served as beacons, guiding the way on a family’s journey to hope, healing and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children He has been described as light, love and joy. His zest for life is magnetic. People call him a miracle. Meet JohnMichael. And when you...
Scottish Rite Hospital Doctors Attend the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting
Last week, several doctors from Scottish Rite Hospital attended the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) annual meeting in San Diego, California. AAOS was founded in 1933 and has grown to be the world’s largest medical association, serving more than...
Get to Know Our Staff: Tabetha Rowe, Registered Nurse, Sports Medicine
Tabetha is a registered nurse who has been working with young athletes for the past five years. She’s currently working at our North Campus in Plano. Get to know more about her in our Staff Spotlight below. What’s your favorite part of your job? My sports medicine...
Scottish Rite Hospital Hosts Inaugural Genomics Conference
Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children is hosting an inaugural international conference titled, “Genomic Approaches to Understanding and Treating Scoliosis.” The three-day meeting unites two distinct groups who are dedicated to scoliosis genetics research, the...
L. Ray Lawson, M.D., International Spine Fellowship: Educating Medical Professionals from Around the World
At Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, we are dedicated to education. The hospital offers several fellowship programs to provide a well-rounded experience for medical professionals interested in pediatric orthopedics. As an institution, it is a privilege for...
It’s Like a Science Fair for Health Care Professionals
Every year, kids try their hand at developing and conducting scientific research for the science fair. From growing mold to creating electrical circuits, they define their hypothesis, develop testing methods, perform the experiment, and then thoughtfully consider...
Sam’s Moment – Hip Dysplasia
Sam loves playing sports. After receiving a diagnosis of hip dysplasia, he temporarily needed a wheelchair and had to figure out a new way to play. He discovered wheelchair motocross. Flying down ramps, it’s Sam’s moment to be fearless. This month, we will be...