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Does a Discoid Meniscus Injury Need Surgery?
A discoid meniscus is an abnormally shaped piece of cartilage found in the knee joint, and due to its shape, twisting knee movements can sometimes cause it to tear. When determining whether treatment for this injury is necessary, it is important to consider why,...
Pain-free and Positioned for Speed
Published in Rite Up, 2023 – Issue 1. “When I’m on the snow, I’m not really thinking, I’m just skiing,” says 15-year-old Banks, of Beaver Creek, Colorado. “I like to go fast!” Banks is an alpine ski racer. He skis for Ski & Snowboard Club Vail and attends high...
American Society of Hand Therapists – Prosthetics Series: Pediatric Upper Extremity Prosthetics
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...
Get to Know our Staff: Teresa Brimer, Inpatient Nursing Unit
How long have you worked at Scottish Rite for Children? How long have you been a nurse? I have worked at Scottish Rite for 18 ½ years and have been a nurse for almost 23 years. What area do you work in? I have spent my entire career at Scottish Rite serving the...
Limb Loss and Limb Differences: Terms You Need to Know
There are many different words that are used to describe limb loss and limb differences. These medical terms allow patients and their families to effectively communicate with their health care provider. This glossary of words and phrases will help you learn some of...
Share Your Story: Chief Growing Officer
It’s Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month, and we want to highlight our patient Isa, who also happens to be the 2022 Gerber baby! Learn more about her journey below. Blog written by Isa'a parents, John and Meredith. What prompted seeking medical...
Acute Ankle Injuries in Youth Sports
This is a summary of a program presented as part of a free, monthly education series at Scottish Rite for Children in Frisco, Texas. Register for this and other on-demand programs or watch the presentation on our YouTube channel for Medical Professionals....
With Thanks for a Happy Place
Published in Rite Up, 2023 – Issue 1. Troy Ratliff has supported Scottish Rite for Children for more than 20 years. He connected with the organization through his participation in the San Angelo Sporting Clay Shoot, an event that was established in 1998 to raise...
Share Your Story: Expecting the Unexpected
Becoming a first-time parent is such a wild ride of emotions. When I found out I was expecting a baby, my reactions ranged from “HOORAY!” to “Oh my!” in a matter of seconds. Right away I felt an intense responsibility for this tiny little baby that I couldn’t wait...
Pediatric Neurology at Scottish Rite for Children
As an institution dedicated to giving children back their childhood, our experts provide a full spectrum of care to make sure all aspects of a condition are treated. Whether common or complex, many of the orthopedic diagnoses seen by our team have other associated...
Cerebral Palsy Clinic: Your Child’s Care and What To Expect
At Scottish Rite for Children, our experts provide care to the whole child – body, mind and spirit. The Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine department sees children with orthopedic issues who also have related neurological disorders and neuromuscular diseases....
Share Your Story: Jumping for Happiness
Meet Mikayla, a patient who was seen by our team of scoliosis and spine experts. Learn more about her journey below. Blog written by Mikayla. When I was in the sixth grade, my mom noticed something weird on my back. She had my dad also look at what she was seeing,...
Five Signs Your Young Athlete May Be Underfueling
What is underfueling? When athletes do not eat enough calories (or the right calories) to support their growth and development and all of the training. This may occur periodically due to fluctuations in seasons or training schedules, it is particularly concerning...
Five Signs Your Young Athlete May Be Underfueling
What is underfueling?When athletes do not eat enough calories (or the right calories) to support their growth and development and all of the training. This may occur periodically due to fluctuations in seasons or training schedules, it is particularly concerning if...
Get to Know our Staff: Shamrez Haider, Clinical Research
Scottish Rite for Children offers a Medical Student Research Fellowship (MSRF) for medical students interested in gaining experience in clinical research. Fellows work with a lead faculty mentor throughout the year and several project supervisors who are pediatric...