Scottish Rite for Children

Caring for children brings us joy daily. When we can share what we know from our clinical practice and research at a national meeting, we know we can make a difference in the lives of children across the world. Members of our sports medicine team traveled to Columbus, Ohio to participate in the 12th annual meeting of the Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine (PRiSM) Society. This multi-disciplinary organization brings together experts who care for young athletes in many different ways. ✔️Pediatric Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Surgeons ✔️Sports Medicine Physicians ✔️Pediatric Radiologists ✔️Physical Therapists ✔️Athletic Trainers ✔️Biomechanists ✔️Research Coordinators ✔️Epidemiologists ✔️Psychologists Learn more about how we contributed to the meeting this year. https://bit.ly/4jDUbVY

🏀 Thank you, Scottish Rite for Children, for empowering young athletes! Your generous support of the Dallas YMCA’s basketball program ensures that every child has the opportunity to participate, grow, and thrive—both on and off the court. According to the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Science Board, 73% of parents believe sports positively benefit their child’s mental health. Research backs this up, showing that sports participation is linked to lower rates of anxiety, depression, and stress while boosting self-esteem and cognitive performance. At the Dallas YMCA, our youth sports programs don’t just teach skills—they foster healthy communities by encouraging family involvement, teamwork, and healthy competition. These shared experiences cultivate mutual respect and camaraderie among participants, building a foundation for lifelong success. Thank you, Scottish Rite, for helping make this vision a reality. Together, we’re shaping a stronger, healthier future for our kids and our community. 💪 #YouthSports #CommunityHealth #srchildrencommunity #srchildrensportsmed Kathryn Allen Thuy (Twee) Le Brian Haines Melis Jones Tabei

In 1926, Carter G. Woodson, pictured here, established what is now known as National Black History Month to recognize the contributions of Black people to our country's history and culture. Woodson was a prominent historian and the son of former slaves. He originally chose a recognition week in February to coincide with the birthdays of President Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass - both men who are recognized as symbols of freedom. In 1976, President Gerald Ford extended the observation to an entire month. To learn more about Black History Month, visit: https://lnkd.in/gzQ6fBUY

Get to know our clinical dental hygienist, Rowana Moreau!🦷🪥 The highlight of Rowana's day at Scottish Rite, is the smiles she gets to see on her patient's faces! The magic in the Scottish Rite air reflects in the dental clinic where she says you might catch some singing while working if you pass by! Get to know more about Rowana here: https://bit.ly/4hrA2QZ #DentalHygenist #DentalforKids

Congratulations to our former patient and employee James McGinley on his journey to medical school at UTHealth McGovern Medical School! James recently received a Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine (PRiSM) student travel grant for his work with Dr. Jacob Jones. He will present findings from a musculoskeletal ultrasound study of young, asymptomatic ⚾ baseball players at #PRiSM2025. This is important information for our work in #injuryprevention in young athletes. We met James as a high school baseball player when he came to Scottish Rite for a shoulder injury. His experience with us turned into a passion for pediatric sports medicine and includes: ✅ Interning in our Movement Science Lab during college ✅ Working as a Clinical Orthopedic Research Assistant in #gapyear ✅ Facilitating data collection for #MSKUS in baseball players & gymnasts ✅ Authoring numerous articles in prestigious medical journals ✅ Applying to medical school ✅ Presenting research at our annual Brandon Carrell Symposium Watch highlights from his journey here https://lnkd.in/gQU45_Gh

Meet Claire! Claire came to Scottish Rite at 6-years-old when she was diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. Throughout her treatment, the care she received from doctors, nurses and child life specialists left a lasting impression. Inspired by their compassion, Claire decided to pursue a career in healthcare. Now in her second year of a Child Life Master’s program, Claire is gearing up for a clinical internship during her final semester. “I truly don’t know where I would be without the amazing nurses and child life specialists who helped me through my journey. I hope to have that same impact on the patients and families I work with,” said Claire. We’re cheering you on every step of the way, Claire! 👏

"Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?” – Martin Luther King Jr. This powerful quote resonates with us at Scottish Rite for Children. It's a question we strive to answer and try to live up to every day. Join us in honoring Dr. King and doing our part to make the world a better place. #MLKDay #MartinLutherKingJr

Flashback to #PRiSM at Scottish Rite for Children in 2017! The Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine Society (PRiSM) is a multi-disciplinary organization that connects the brightest and best including our #pediortho, #sportsmedicine, #radiology, #physicaltherapy, #movementscience, #psychology staff and more. Here's some of what you'll see from Scottish Rite at PRiSM 2025: ⚾ 🏀 🏐 🎾 Progress on the novel upper extremity return to play testing battery ⚽ ACL deficient knee 📋 SCORE updates on ACL length of surgery and grade III complications ⚾ Ultrasound findings in asymptomatic pitchers and gymnasts 👟 Ultrasound in lateral ankle injuries 🏃 Fatigue and running mechanics in youth crosscountry runners 🎳 Bowling injuries 🏈 Male vs. female football injuries 💥 Talus OCD 💥 Psychology findings in OCD patients 💥 Osteochondral fractures in knee patellofemoral instability We look forward to connecting with everyone attending this year's annual meeting and will post a recap for anyone interested in our work in sports medicine.