Scottish Rite for Children hosted a specialized dance camp for teenage girls with cerebral palsy for Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month. As part of a research study led by Senior Clinical Scientist Angela Shierk, Ph.D., O.T.R., and a team of occupational therapists, this...
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NBC 5: Go Move Helps Patients with Cerebral Palsy
A new website developed by Scottish Rite for Children's senior clinical scientist Angela Shierk, Ph.D., O.T.R., is helping patients with cerebral palsy reach their goals. Cerebral Palsy is the most common motor disability in children and causes issues with movement,...
Dallas Morning News: Team at Scottish Rite for Children Awarded Grant From National Institutes of Health For Rare Disease Research
Researchers at Scottish Rite for Children and UT Southwestern Medical Center recieved a $420,000 grant to test a gene therapy they believe may lead to a breakthrough treatment for a disease that causes children to lose nerve and motor control by the age of 5. The...
Texas Country Reporter: The Artistic Prosthetist Dwight Putnam
Dwight Putnam discovered that his artistic talent could transform the lives of children at Scottish Rite for Children. He transitioned from working as a sculptor to a prosthetist, finding his calling in crafting prostheses that empower children with limb differences....
D CEO: Ask the Expert With Dr. Henry Ellis
Learn more about the rising rate of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in young athletes, as discussed by Henry B. Ellis, M.D. — pediatric orthopedic surgeon, medical director of clinical research and program director for the Orthopedic Sports Fellowship at...
Dallas Morning News: How Volunteering at Scottish Rite Fostered a Heartwarming Friendship
At Scottish Rite for Children, volunteers play a vital role in staff, patients and their families’ experiences. By contributing their unique skills, they unite to support the organization's mission of giving children back their childhoods. 24-year-old Nick Blockzynski...
Scottish Rite for Children CEO Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Scottish Rite for Children President and CEO Robert “Bob” L. Walker is the Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for D CEO’s 2024 Excellence in Healthcare Awards. Each year, this award recognizes one leader in the North Texas community who has made a significant impact...
NBC: Texas Auctioneers Association ‘Fun’ Auction
The Texas Auctioneers Association visited inpatients at Scottish Rite for Children for their annual "fun" auction, allowing patients to "bid" on toys to keep. Watch the full story from NBC here.
Modern Luxury: Great Scott
Through healing hearts and helping hands, Scottish Rite for Children remains steadfast nationwide and beyond. By. Jane Humphrey We are deeply grateful for the exceptional dedication and care Dr. Scott Oishi and his team provide to our son. Every visit to Scottish Rite...
FOX 4: Mini Hooves of Love Visits Scottish Rite
Therapy mini horses from Mini Hooves of Love visited patients at Scottish Rite for Children for a special meet-and-greet to help celebrate Halloween. View the full story from FOX 4 below.