Care Philosophy
Jacob C. Jones, M.D.“The most rewarding part of caring for kids and their families is getting to know each child as an individual and partnering with their family to find the best path forward. Every situation is unique, and working together to help a child or teenager thrive is what brings me great joy.”
About
Jacob C. Jones, M.D., is a sports medicine physician at Scottish Rite for Children Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center. He also serves as an assistant professor in the Departments of Orthopaedic Surgery and Pediatrics at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
Dr. Jones treats a range of sports-related conditions including concussions, fractures and overuse injuries. He is recognized for his expertise in musculoskeletal ultrasound, a technology used to evaluate and treat sports injuries in children and teens.
He has contributed extensively to peer-reviewed research, textbook chapters and national presentations focused on pediatric sports medicine, concussion management and musculoskeletal ultrasound. Dr. Jones is also a passionate educator, regularly teaching physicians and trainees while advancing the use of ultrasound in pediatric orthopedic and sports medicine care.
Dr. Jones is actively involved in numerous professional societies including the American Medical Society of Sports Medicine, the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Pediatric Society of Greater Dallas and the Texas Pediatric Society.
He earned his undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University in Provo and his medical degree from the University of Missouri in Columbia. He completed his pediatric residency at Children’s Medical Center and UT Southwestern Medical Center before pursuing fellowship training in pediatric sports medicine and musculoskeletal ultrasound at Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School.
Dr. Jones is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.With more than 10 years of experience in medicine, he is committed to advancing pediatric sports medicine through exceptional patient care, innovative research and the education of future physicians. Dr. Jones’ goal is to help young athletes return safely to the activities they love while supporting Scottish Rite’s commitment to giving children back their childhood.
Dr. Jones leads an annual international conference on pediatric musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound, teaching participants from around the world. He has also taught MSK ultrasound at several other conferences.
Publications
Academic Appointment
Assistant Professor, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Department of Pediatrics
