Scottish Rite Hospital for Children

What Scottish Rite Hospital for Children does

Scottish Rite for Children is a private nonprofit pediatric orthopedic hospital founded in 1921 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas. The institution provides specialized medical, surgical, and rehabilitative care for children and adolescents with orthopedic and related conditions, operating two campuses (Dallas headquarters at 2222 Welborn Street and Frisco at 5700 Dallas Parkway) and serving 230,000+ patient encounters annually. Its service portfolio spans spine care (including scoliosis and vertebral body tethering), hip care, hand and upper extremity care, limb lengthening and reconstruction, sports medicine, fracture care, concussion care, clubfoot treatment via the Ponseti method, cerebral palsy care, neurology and rehabilitation medicine, and dyslexia services through the Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia and Learning Disorders.

Underlying capabilities include the Movement Science Laboratory and Gait Analysis Laboratory, which use 3D motion capture, EMG, foot pressure analysis, and strength testing to guide treatment; an experimental pro-angiogenic bone coating (ABC) hydrogel for osteonecrosis under joint development with UT Southwestern Medical Center; an on-site orthotics and prosthetics fabrication shop; and 130+ active clinical studies. The institution has trained 195 fellowship graduates and is recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the nation's best for pediatric orthopedic care.

Revenue is generated through professional fees billed to a broad set of commercial insurers (Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare), Medicaid, CHIP, and marketplace plans, with financial assistance via the Crayon Care program, supplemented by charitable donations and research grants (notably NIH awards of $1.54M and $2.3M in 2026). The organization operates with 1,001–5,000 employees under President and CEO Robert Walker, invests $90M+ in community programs and services, and pursues strategic partnerships with academic institutions (UT Southwestern, Texas Woman's University) and national organizations (American Youth Soccer Organization, the Aspen Institute-backed National ACL Injury Coalition).

Name

Scottish Rite Hospital for Children

Legal name

Scottish Rite for Children

Website

https://scottishriteforchildren.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1921

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Scottish Rite for Children is a nonprofit pediatric orthopedic hospital founded in 1921 in Dallas, Texas, providing specialized medical, surgical, and rehabilitative care for children with orthopedic, sports, cerebral palsy, and learning-difference conditions across two campuses with active clinical research.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pediatric Orthopedic Healthcare Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Support Services (6117)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Orthotics & Bracing Coordination (AFOs, Splints) (EDAKAGAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Learning Disabilities & Dyslexia Schools & Programs (EDAKAAAB), Parent & Caregiver Training for LD/Dyslexia Support (EDAKAJAJ)

Keywords

• Pediatric orthopedic care
• Pediatric hospital services
• Movement science research
• Pediatric sports medicine
• Congenital limb reconstruction

Headquarters

HQ city

Dallas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Patient Care Services: Scottish Rite generates revenue through providing pediatric orthopedic medical services including surgeries, treatments, therapy, and diagnostic services. Services are billed through insurance or directly to patients with financial assistance available.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The hospital accepts donations through its website and fundraising programs. Over $90M has been invested in community programs and services, indicating significant reliance on charitable support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Scottish Rite for Children is a nonprofit pediatric orthopedic hospital providing specialized medical, surgical, rehabilitative, and educational services to children from infancy through young adulthood. Its offerings span spine care, hip care, hand and upper extremity care, limb lengthening and reconstruction, sports medicine, fracture care, concussion care, clubfoot treatment, cerebral palsy care, and dyslexia evaluations, supported by an in-house Movement Science Laboratory and active clinical research programs.

Product overview

Scottish Rite for Children is a pediatric orthopedic hospital offering a comprehensive portfolio of specialized medical services. The organization provides a unified care platform centered around orthopedic and related conditions for children, including Hand and Upper Extremity Care, Hip Care, Limb Lengthening Surgery, Limb Reconstruction Surgery, Spine Care (including Scoliosis), Sports Medicine, Dyslexia services (via Luke Waites Center), Cerebral Palsy Care, Clubfoot Treatment (Ponseti Method), Concussion Care, Fracture Care, Gait Analysis, and Limb Differences Care. Supporting services include Movement Science research, Orthotics and Prosthetics fabrication, Physical/Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Radiology, Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine. The hospital operates research programs including clinical, basic, applied research, and a Movement Science Lab, with fellowship training programs for future orthopedic specialists.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia and Learning Disorders: A specialized center offering comprehensive evaluations and personalized guidance for children with dyslexia and learning disorders, including evidence-based intervention programs like Take Flight, Bridges, Build, and Jet.

Products and services

• Hand and Upper Extremity Care Comprehensive pediatric care for hand and upper extremity conditions including congenital conditions, fractures, and sports injuries, featuring microsurgery techniques, adaptive technologies, prosthetics, and custom splints/braces. Targeted at children and adolescents requiring specialized hand and upper extremity orthopedic treatment.
• Hip Care Expert diagnosis and treatment of hip conditions in children from infancy through young adulthood, including developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease, hip impingement, and femoroacetabular impingement, featuring minimally invasive surgical approaches. Targeted at pediatric patients with hip conditions.
• Limb Lengthening Surgery Surgical procedure that gradually increases bone length to correct limb differences or deformities using intramedullary lengthening rods (PRECICE, FITBONE) or external fixators (hexapod frames), with coordinated physical therapy and psychological support. Targeted at children with limb length discrepancies or deformities.
• Limb Reconstruction Surgery Expert surgical care to correct complex limb conditions including bone transport, cross-union technique, and deformity correction, improving movement and function as children grow. Targeted at children with complex limb deformities.
• Spine Care National leadership in pediatric scoliosis and spine care, offering comprehensive services from diagnosis and physical therapy to scoliosis bracing and complex spinal surgery, including vertebral body tethering (VBT). Targeted at children with spinal deformities and conditions.
• Scoliosis Care Innovative scoliosis treatment including custom bracing, Schroth Method physical therapy, and surgical options like posterior spinal fusion and vertebral body tethering (VBT), with emotional support services. Targeted at children with scoliosis.
• Sports Medicine Care Research-driven sports medicine for young athletes treating injuries including ACL tears, concussions, overuse injuries, and ligament injuries, with focus on growth plate protection and return-to-play protocols. Targeted at young athletes, particularly female athletes with higher ACL injury risk.
• Dyslexia (Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia and Learning Disorders) Comprehensive dyslexia evaluations and evidence-based interventions including Take Flight, Bridges, Build, Jet, and Turbo Start programs developed by the Luke Waites Center, helping children learn to read confidently. Targeted at children with dyslexia and learning disorders.
• Cerebral Palsy Care Compassionate, coordinated cerebral palsy care supporting children's movement, comfort and quality of life through orthopedic surgery, rehabilitation medicine, neurosurgery, and multidisciplinary team approach. Targeted at children with cerebral palsy and related neuromuscular conditions.
• Clubfoot Treatment (Ponseti Method) Early expert clubfoot treatment using the Ponseti method, the gold standard worldwide, involving serial casting, Achilles tenotomy, and custom bracing to achieve lasting correction. Targeted at infants and children with clubfoot.
• Concussion Care Personalized concussion care for young athletes with clear focus on safe recovery, return to learning, and return to sports using latest research to guide treatment decisions. Targeted at young athletes who have sustained concussions.
• Fracture Care Fast access, personalized fracture treatment for children with same/next-day appointments, offering casting, fracture realignment, splinting, and surgical referral when needed. Targeted at children with bone fractures.
• Gait Analysis Detailed walking and movement evaluation using 3D motion capture, EMG, foot pressure analysis, and strength testing to help create personalized treatment plans for children with movement differences. Targeted at children with gait and movement abnormalities.
• Limb Differences Care Expert, growth-focused care helping children with congenital or acquired limb differences move, grow and live with confidence through personalized treatment plans. Targeted at children with congenital or acquired limb differences.
• Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine Expert neurology and rehabilitation medicine care for children with neurologic conditions affecting bones, joints, movement and function, specializing in neuro-orthopedic conditions. Targeted at children with neurologic and neuro-orthopedic conditions.
• Movement Science Lab Advanced research facility using technology to study how children move, incorporating 3D motion capture and specialized sensors to guide treatment decisions. Targeted at pediatric patients whose conditions require detailed movement analysis.
• Orthotics and Prosthetics Custom orthotic and prosthetic devices fabricated on-site to improve mobility, positioning, and function for children with limb differences or orthopedic conditions. Targeted at children requiring orthotic or prosthetic devices.

Quantifiable outcome

• 230,000+ patient encounters with nationally recognized excellence in patient satisfaction
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• American Youth Soccer OrganizationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 February 2026Partnership to launch neuromuscular training and outreach programs specifically targeting female athletes to reduce ACL injury risk in youth soccer.
• National ACL Injury Coalition (Aspen Institute-backed)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 February 2026Collaboration with the Aspen Institute-backed coalition to roll out neuromuscular training programs aimed at reducing ACL injury risk among young female athletes.
• UT Southwestern Medical CentercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 January 2026Joint research partnership for osteonecrosis treatment using pro-angiogenic bone coating (ABC) hydrogel. NIH $1.54M grant awarded to researchers at both institutions to study the hydrogel-based treatment for bone tissue death and collapse.
• Texas Woman's UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership to launch CP-TRAIN initiative (Cerebral Palsy Training Initiative) with funding award to advance care and training for children with cerebral palsy.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Shriners Children's: Multi-site pediatric specialty hospital network offering orthopedic, spine, and sports medicine care, often at no cost to families; overlaps directly with Scottish Rite's mission and patient population.
• Boston Children's Hospital: Largest pediatric academic medical center in the U.S. and consistently the top-ranked children's hospital, with deep pediatric orthopedic, spine, and sports medicine programs that directly compete for complex cases, fellowship talent, and NIH-funded research.
• Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA): Major West Coast pediatric academic center with a large orthopedic surgery division, competing for complex pediatric cases and research funding.
• Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP): Top-ranked pediatric hospital with a strong orthopedic and sports medicine presence, competing for complex referrals, research grants, and fellowship candidates nationally.
• Texas Children's Hospital: Houston-based pediatric hospital and a major competitor in Texas, with a large orthopedic service line, research enterprise, and broad specialty coverage that overlaps heavily with Scottish Rite's clinical scope.
• Children's Healthcare of Atlanta: Large pediatric health system with a robust orthopedic and sports medicine program, comparable to Scottish Rite in scale of pediatric specialty services.
• Seattle Children's Hospital: Academic pediatric medical center with orthopedic and sports medicine programs and an active research enterprise, comparable to Scottish Rite's specialty depth.
• Nemours Children's Health: Multi-state pediatric health system with orthopedic specialty care and research programs, comparable in scope to Scottish Rite's orthopedic and rehabilitation offerings.
• Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center: Major pediatric academic medical center with nationally recognized orthopedic and sports medicine research programs, directly comparable in research depth and fellowship training.

Emerging players

• Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes: Specialized provider of evidence-based literacy and dyslexia interventions; overlaps with Scottish Rite's Luke Waites Center dyslexia programs as an adjacent commercial and clinical competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/TSRHChildren
• Facebookfacebook.com/ScottishRiteforChildren
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/scottish-rite-for-children
• Instagraminstagram.com/srchildren_

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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