Meet Dr. David W. Gray
Growing up in Texas, David Gray, M.D., had 3 passions: sports, history and biology. He has always been interested in learning how the body works. His first library book in elementary school was on the anatomy of the skeleton.
During his years of athletic activities, he had more than one opportunity to visit the orthopaedic surgeon. Orthopaedics seemed a natural fit for someone that loved biology and sports. As a child and teenager he always enjoyed working with tools, so becoming a surgeon seemed to be a career that involved all of his interests.
He attended Baylor University where he majored in biology, and then went on to the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. There, he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. At the end of medical school, Dr. Gray knew he wanted to be a surgeon, but he could not decide between orthopaedics, general surgery, or cardiac surgery. After 2 years of general surgery he made the decision to pursue orthopaedic surgery, and he went to The Johns Hopkins Hospital for his Orthopaedic Residency training.
Johns Hopkins was a formative opportunity for Dr. Gray. The institution is steeped in history. Having the privilege of learning from some of the best in medicine, as well as the opportunity in the Johns Hopkins library to study, touch and read medical books and journals dating from the 1800’s was a highlight of his early career. At the end of his residency, Dr. Gray completed a Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopaedics at Johns Hopkins studying Orthopaedic and Spine Deformities in children.
When he completed his training he joined the Johns Hopkins Department of Orthopaedics Faculty as an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedics. Two years later, Dr. Gray moved to Atlanta, Georgia, joining the faculty at Scottish Rite Hospital. For seven years he practiced Pediatric Orthopaedics and Spine deformity at Scottish Rite.
After 7 years in Atlanta it was time to move home. In 2001, Dr. Gray joined the faculty at Cook Children's in Fort Worth as Medical Director of Orthopaedics. Today, he continues to enjoy all areas of pediatric orthopaedics including sports, fractures and neuromuscular disorders affecting the skeleton. He has taken a special interest over the years in spine deformities, and he is an active member in the Scoliosis Research Society.
He stepped down as Medical Director of Orthopaedics at Cook Children's in 2019 to spend more time with his family, while allowing him the time to serve on committees of the Scoliosis Research Society. ?Throughout his career Dr. Grays's most vibrant memories are the people. He remembers his teachers, mentors, and all the patients that personify the strength of the human spirit. The tireless dedication of families, the joy, and the tears are an inspiration.
Services
- Orthopedic surgery
- General orthopedics
- Fracture care
- Halo gravity traction
Reviews
Average rating:
Questions were addressed |
4.9
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Provider explained things clearly |
4.9
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Likelihood of recommending this provider |
4.9
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Trust/confidence in physicians |
4.9
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What our families say
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October 30, 2024
I always appreciate how the providers give a whole child approach to their healthcare. It is SO nice to have the PT, the orthotist, the social worker, all available at the appointment. It truly is a blessing when I already have so many appointments to make and keep for my son. As someone who worked in the medical field, I appreciate the forethought that went into making this happen. Thank you!
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October 12, 2024
Dodson patient registration process streamlined, excellent restructure.
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October 10, 2024
Ladies at the front desk were so kind!
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October 10, 2024
All were very friendly and reassuring during the visit.
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October 08, 2024
Exceptional staff and nurses and doctors keep up the good work
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October 08, 2024
We arw very pleased with our experience.
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October 08, 2024
Dr. Grays nurse [...] has been absolutely amazing with the forms, appointments and referrals.
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October 05, 2024
Excellent service
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October 05, 2024
Always very attentive and kind
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September 12, 2024
The staff, the one who completed vitals and the one who took us in and asked questions in the exam room were both great with my son. He's on the spectrum so he was a little hyper and loud but they were great. The xray tech was also very accommodating amd sweet and offered to let him play with the toys. I'm sorry I can't remember anyone's names. Dr Gray was also very informative and explained everything well. He was great with my son and allowed him to answer his own questions as best as my son could.
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August 17, 2024
Loved meeting with Dr. Gray! He is awesome!
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August 17, 2024
Dr. Gray was outstanding! 10 out of 10! 100 percent/A+ for Dr. Gray!
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July 16, 2024
Everyone was great & friendly
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July 16, 2024
We love Dr Gray. Excellent doctor
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July 05, 2024
The staff were all friendly and efficient.
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July 05, 2024
We love Dr Gray! And his staff. Nurse D is the best! We love Cook's and have been coming there since our twins were still in baby carriers. Can't ask for a better visit, Dr's, staff or facility. We have even had to stay at the hospital and visit ER, from out of town, and it is always a wonderful experience.
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June 28, 2024
Dr Gray was so kind, the nurses were amazing!
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June 24, 2024
Dr. Gray is an exceptional doctor and always addresses all concerns as well as a course of treatment.
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May 21, 2024
Nurse D and Erica are always the bomb! Dr. Gray seriously is the BEST! Informative, kind and encouraging! We love him and his staff entirely!
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April 22, 2024
Dr. Gray is just the absolute best in his area of expertise. Hope he is there for years to come.
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April 21, 2024
Very informative and truthful
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April 21, 2024
Dr Grey and the whole team very sweet my child
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April 17, 2024
Dr. Gray, he is awesome!!!
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April 12, 2024
Great service. Thanks
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April 12, 2024
Dr Gray was very informative. The staff was all very nice.
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March 21, 2024
The doctor took his time and answered all of our questions.
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March 01, 2024
Dr Gray and his staff have been very kind and attentive. When our child was scared a volunteer came and talked with her
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February 25, 2024
Doctor Gray he is very nice to my son and help him to good health
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February 14, 2024
The Doctor and the Nurses
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February 14, 2024
We always do very well on every visit to the hospital all the staff are very friendly
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February 13, 2024
I can't remember her name, but that nurse was very kind, she took care of my son. She explained everything to us. Help my son feel comfortable at the moment of the visit.
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February 08, 2024
Dr. Gray is a wonderful doctor. He listened to what I had to say. My son is usually very shy around others, but with Dr. Gray he was very comfortable. Each visit with Dr. Gray hs been exceptional.
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February 08, 2024
Dr. Gray is amazing as well as the nurses and all staff in general
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February 08, 2024
Dr Grey is fantastic. He is very informative and sat with us and answered all questions we had.
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February 06, 2024
The visit the staff was excellent including the doctor.
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February 06, 2024
The doctor was very professional answer question n we understandwhat he was talking about.
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February 03, 2024
The PA who was able to work us in earlier than appointed time
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February 03, 2024
We were able to be seen significantly earlier than our appointment time & appreciate that! We are from out of town, so it's nice to consolidate time between appointments
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January 27, 2024
Dr grey and his nurses and Grey group are amazing.
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January 05, 2024
All good!!
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January 05, 2024
Orthopedic front office staff. They were amazing! Very friendly and inviting.
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December 15, 2023
Dee, Dr. Gray's nurse is wonderful.
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November 21, 2023
Dr Gray is amazing. I really love how he addresses my concerns as a parent above the well being of my child.
Education
- Medical School:
- University of Texas Medical School
- Residency:
- The Johns Hopkins University Medical School, Baltimore, Md.
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Affiliations
- Scoliosis Research Society,Cook Children's Physician Network
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