Many families seek care here for complex conditions that may require advanced or surgical treatment.
If you are seeking care from outside the United States, there is a required review process before travel. All international patients must be formally accepted before coming to Scottish Rite for treatment.
How to Become an International Patient
The steps below explain how to request consideration for your child as an international patient and what to expect during the process.
Step 1: Submit a Request Form
Start by completing the International Services Request Form (English / Spanish). This form provides basic information about your child and their condition.
After submission, you will receive an email confirming that your request was received.
Step 2: Provide Medical Records
Your child’s medical records are required for review and must be translated into English. These records help the care team understand your child’s condition and prior treatment.
Records may include clinic notes, surgical reports, immunization records and photos of the area of concern.
Incomplete or missing records may delay the review process.
Step 3: Upload Imaging
If imaging has been completed, it must be uploaded for review. This may include X-rays, MRI scans, CT scans and imaging reports.
These images give the care team a more complete picture of your child’s condition.
Step 4: Initial Screening Call
After your child’s medical information is reviewed, a Family Services social worker will contact you to schedule an initial screening call.
This conversation may include:
- Questions about your family’s situation
- Available support and resources in your home country
- Plans for travel and lodging while receiving care in the United States.
Step 5: Clinical Review and Decision
Once all materials are received, the care team will complete a full review of your child’s case. You will be notified when a decision has been made and whether care is recommended.
Step 6: Preparing for Your Visit
If your child is accepted, you will receive next steps for scheduling, travel and required preparation. This includes completing a tuberculosis (TB) test before travel, which can be done as a skin or blood test.
Depending on your citizenship, you may need to obtain a medical visa to enter the United States. Learn more about the visa application process through the U.S. State Department.
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Scottish Rite for Children focuses on pediatric orthopedic conditions, including complex cases that may require specialized or surgical care.
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Most reviews take several weeks to complete. The timeline varies based on the records provided and the complexity of the case.
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If your child is accepted, you will be contacted with next steps for scheduling and preparing for your visit. You may hear from different teams, including Family Services.
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If care at Scottish Rite is not recommended, you will be notified after the review.
Your local care team can help guide next steps and treatment options.
Contact Us
If you have questions about becoming an international patient, you can email the International Services team at [email protected].