Philip Wilson

Philip Wilson is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center, specializing in orthopaedic trauma and pediatric sports medicine. He serves as Assistant Chief of Staff and Medical Director at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. His training includes a medical degree from UT Southwestern, residency in orthopaedic surgery, and fellowships in pediatric orthopaedics and sports medicine. Wilson’s research focuses on pediatric orthopaedic conditions such as osteochondritis dissecans, clavicle fractures, ACL reconstruction, and fracture management in adolescents. His work spans surgical techniques, clinical outcomes, and pediatric sports medicine, with over 100 publications in peer-reviewed journals.

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree: Baylor University
  • M.D.: UT Southwestern Medical Center
  • Residency: UT Southwestern (Orthopaedic Surgery)
  • Fellowships: Pediatric Orthopaedics (Children’s Hospital of San Diego) and Arthroscopy/Sports Medicine (Auckland, New Zealand)

Research Interests: Wilson’s work addresses surgical advancements in pediatric orthopaedics, particularly knee and clavicle injuries, osteochondritis dissecans, and fracture management. He emphasizes evidence-based approaches to treatment decisions and outcomes analysis.

Publications: His recent work examines trends in surgical techniques for OCD lesions, clavicle fracture outcomes, and pediatric ACL reconstruction. Key themes include optimizing fixation methods, understanding fracture biology, and improving functional recovery in young athletes.

Affiliations: Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, Children’s Medical Center Dallas, and UT Southwestern’s Orthopaedic Surgery Department.