[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 195 (Friday, November 5, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1210]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





       RECOGNIZING SCOTTISH RITE FOR CHILDREN'S 100TH ANNIVERSARY

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                            HON. VAN TAYLOR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, November 5, 2021

  Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, today, I rise to recognize and celebrate 
Texas Scottish Rite for Children on 100 years of orthopedic excellence 
and commitment to improving the lives of children around the world.
  Founded by a group of Texas Masons, Scottish Rite for Children first 
opened its doors on October 10, 1921. In partnership with Dallas' first 
Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. William Bell Carrell, the clinic's mission was 
to provide free medical care to children with polio. Following the 
eradication of polio in America, the hospital grew to specialize in 
complex pediatric orthopedic conditions with a focus on muscles, bones, 
and joints. The scope of care would further broaden to include 
neurodevelopmental and musculoskeletal conditions as well as specific 
learning disorders.
  What began as a one-room clinic run by Dr. Carrell has today grown 
into a world-renowned hospital whose groundbreaking research has paved 
the way for advanced treatments for over 350,000 patients.
  Home to several specialized research centers, Scottish Rite remains a 
pioneer in innovative treatments holding over fifty patents. Active 
involvement in hundreds of projects range from areas focused on 
molecular genetics to those in bioengineering and biomechanics. 
Further, collaboration between researchers from various educational 
backgrounds have resulted in the creation of surgical implants, 
treatment for specific disorders, and rehabilitation aids.
  The success of the hospital would not be possible without the help of 
volunteers, staff member and donors who have a shared commitment to 
improving the lives of the children they serve locally and across the 
world.
  Today, Scottish Rite has distinguished itself as a healthcare campus 
instilling hope in patients and caregivers. Designed with both patient 
and family experience in mind, its research centers and facilities are 
connected to playgrounds, parks, and fitness centers, while the 
colorful hallways carry the aroma of the over two tons of signature 
popcorn popped annually.
  Consistently recognized as a top-performing children's hospital, it 
is no surprise they have been ranked among the Top 5 Orthopedic 
Programs in the U.S. News & World Report's Best Children's Hospital's 
survey and have also been recognized on multiple occasions by NRC 
Health with the Excellence in Patient Experience Award.
  Now as we recognize Scottish Rite for Children on this milestone 
occasion, I ask my colleagues in the House of Representatives to join 
me in honoring 100 years of exemplary care and innovation.

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