Cover story previously published in Rite Up, 2024 – Issue 2. by Kristi Shewmaker Hance Taplin is a connector. In 2011, he founded By Way of Dallas to connect both sides of U.S. Highway 75 through conversation sparked by streetwear that he creates. “I use the apparel...
What is your job title/your role at Scottish Rite for Children?I am an orthotics and prosthetics technician. It's my job to make all the orthotic and prosthetic devices for our patients. I also repair broken or worn devices. What do you do on a daily basis or what...
Scottish Rite For Children and Hance Taplin’s By Way of Dallas fashion line are coming together to create one-of-a-kind influencer-designed prosthetics for children to flip the perception of those with prostheses. The orthopedic children’s hospital is teaming up with...
On this episode, we are joined by Dwight Putnam, a certified prosthetist who works at a pediatric hospital in Texas. He brings a unique perspective to his job as a prosthetist as he previously worked as a professional sculptor. In his job, Dwight works with kids born...
At Scottish Rite for Children, providing convenient, world-class care is at the forefront of our mission. Whether a common or complex condition, having a team of experts dedicated to every aspect of your child’s care is necessary to get them back to doing what they...
Meet Phoebe, a patient seen by our spine experts. Learn more about her journey below. Blog written by Phoebe's mom, Victoria of Rockwall, TX. When Phoebe was in sixth grade, she had her annual pediatrician visit and that was when our doctor first recommended further...
Get to Know our SRH Staff: Kara Davis, Orthotics and Prosthetics What is your role at the hospital? What do you do on a daily basis? I work in the Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) department. I love my job and the balance of getting to practice both. What led you...
