Article previously published in Rite Up, 2022 – Issue 2. It is not uncommon to see Michael, of Redmond, Washington, posing like his favorite superheroes. He loves playing Minecraft™, riding his bike, swimming, wearing costumes, acting, dancing and singing. In January...
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Therapeutic Camps Improve the Self-Esteem and Confidence of Kids with Hand Differences
Scottish Rite for Children is world-renowned for its patient-centered care for children with orthopedic conditions. Our Center for Excellence in Hand is committed to caring for children with hand and upper limb conditions. The center is focused on providing innovative...
Scottish Rite Hospital Hosts Prestigious Hand Conference
Scottish Rite Hospital’s Charles E. Seay, Jr. Center for Excellence in Hand Disorders is committed to caring for children with hand and upper limb conditions. The center is focused on providing innovative treatment to help patients live active and independent lives....
WFAA: Born without hands, Desmond Blair turns challenges into something beautiful
Desmond Blair, a former hand patient and current Scottish Rite Hospital employee, has spent much of his life surprising people with his artistic abilities. Despite his hand difference and people's doubts, Desmond followed his longtime dream of being an artist. Now he...
Art Without Obstacles: Artist Desmond Blair is different, not disabled
View the original story on the CW 33 website here. Three years ago, we told you the story about a Dallas artist born without hands who creates breathtaking pieces. His name is Desmond Blair. And a lot has changed since that very first interview. "The cool thing about...
Hometown Hero: Micah Pinson
Clarice Tinsley from KDFW FOX 4 featured our hand patient Micah on her "Hometown Hero" segment. Since age 6, Micah has been collecting toys for the patients of our hospital. To learn more about Micah and see the full story, watch the segment here:Â ...
Michael – BMW Dallas Marathon Patient Champion
Since 2007, the Patient Champion program has enlisted Scottish Rite Hospital patients to help encourageand cheer on runners in the BMW Dallas Marathon. This program is a way to highlight some of thewonderful kids the marathon generously supports each year. We’re...