Meet Dr. Jason Kennedy

Jason Kennedy, M.D., wanted to be a doctor for as long as he can remember. His fascination with anatomy and puzzles led him to the field of orthopedic surgery and opportunity to impact the lives of children led him to specialize in pediatric orthopedics.

Dr. Kennedy has been involved in the mission of Cook Children's to improve the health of every child for many years, from volunteering in the emergency room as a college student, training in orthopaedic residency, and ultimately joining Cook Children's Orthopedic Surgery team after pediatric specialty training at the University of Utah in 2010. As a native of Bridgeport in Wise County and former TCU Horned Frog, he has enjoyed returning home to serve the community that has shaped him.

Restoring both form and function to children with injury or disability and helping them enjoy a more active lifestyle is what Dr. Kennedy feels is the best part of his job. He has a particular interest in sports related injuries, fracture surgery, and reconstruction of lower extremity deformities/disabilities. He has special training in the growth plate sparing techniques for ACL reconstruction.

Dr. Kennedy was an Academic All-Conference student athlete at Texas Christian University while running cross country and track and field. He has continued a lifelong interest in the care of the injured athlete.

The Orthopedic Sports Medicine Program at Walsh Ranch provides the opportunity for Dr. Kennedy and the department to provide treatment of the entire athlete under one roof while Dr. Kennedy's downtown practice continues to focus on lower extremity deformity and disability. He works in a multi-disciplinary approach in the surgical and non-operative treatment of infants to adolescents. When not at work he enjoys spending time with his family, coaching and watching his children's sports, playing softball, basketball, and guitar. You might even find him out running on the Trinity Trails.

The care is always genuine and my child loves Dr. Kennedy. He is the most knowledgeable, caring and uplifting caretaker. We enjoy our encounters here and are very grateful to be a part of the Cook Children's family. – Patient family

Services

  • High school/college ACL reconstruction
  • Fracture care
  • Growth plate sparing ACL reconstruction
  • Lower extremity deformity correction
  • Patella and knee reconstruction
  • Foot and ankle arthroscopy and reconstruction

Reviews

Average rating:

4.8
Questions were addressed
4.9
4.9 (107)
Provider explained things clearly
4.8
4.8 (107)
Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.8
4.8 (106)
Trust/confidence in physicians
4.8
4.8 (105)

What our families say

  • December 03, 2025

    Dr. Kennedy has proven to be very informative and helpful in my child's care since we started seeing him since she was born.

  • November 22, 2025

    Excellent Attention, I recommend it 100%Very professional, adequate and very important for me who speak Spanish. Thank you

  • November 22, 2025

    To Dr. Kennedy, he was very clear and precise in attending and giving his diagnosis. He taught her how to do therapy, Thank you

  • November 02, 2025

    Great experience the doctor knows what he is doing

  • October 23, 2025

    Each person we encountered was so lovely. Such an amazing staff!!

  • October 21, 2025

    Dr Kennedy was an expert and really helped inform me and my child about his injury.

  • October 14, 2025

    We love [...] and Dr Kennedy. They have been so great with and for my child. He really likes them too. We always recommend them when we can.

  • October 07, 2025

    Good

  • October 07, 2025

    The doctor and nurse practitioner were amazing. Very knowledgeable and thorough.

  • September 30, 2025

    Dr. Kennedy and all of his nurses to the ladies that check us in and out, they are all awesome and go out of there way to make us feel comfortable and at ease.

  • September 23, 2025

    He always takes the time to listen to our concerns and he makes our son feel comfortable and like he is listening to him. He is very encouraging and lets our son know that his progress is also because he has worked so hard. Our son has said that this is his favorite doctor because he listens to him

  • September 13, 2025

    Everyone was fantastic! Dr. Kennedy is respectful, competent, and informative and his RN as well as the x-ray clerk and the front desk woman were all fantastic.

  • September 13, 2025

    We will return to Walsh Cook's children's in the event that we need Care; from the Parking to the very short wait times and the excellent care we received it's a superior Medical Center and we're grateful!

  • September 09, 2025

    Dr. Kennedy is great. He took time with us to answer our questions. Very caring towards [...] in her visit.

  • August 27, 2025

    We had to go to another location since there was a gas leak and we were contacted and explained the situation and I was able to have enough time to make it to the new location. Great communication and clearly explained how to get to new place, parking, etc. Was grateful because we had never been there before.

  • August 19, 2025

    Dr. Kennedy!! He has been my little guys Dr for 9 years. Casting, surgery, checkups. Everything always explained in detail on a level we understand. Interacts and includes my little guy and we love that. I'll continue to use him as needed and definitely recommend him to anyone who asks.

  • August 17, 2025

    They listen to me all the time

  • August 16, 2025

    Dr. Kennedy was very nice and informative and didn't treat us like just another patient.

  • August 14, 2025

    Loved the Dr. That we saw! He was very personable and patient and thorough. He explained his thoughts very clearly and took my concerns seriously, which I appreciated.

  • August 06, 2025

    I'm always so impressed by the staff here, including Dr Kennedy and everyone else we encounter. Kudos!

  • August 06, 2025

    We've been to this office 4 times in the past 4 years to follow up on my daughter's [...]. Each time I have been so impressed at the wait time (usually none, even when I arrive very early - I accidentally arrived 30 minutes early this visit and they saw us immediately anyway!), the staff courtesy and helpfulness, the doctor's friendliness and patience. They let us know this visit that they have followed her enough time points to confirm that she's growing well and we don't need to come back. No suggested interventions just to get more money, no pushing or pressure, but very clear that if anything were to change they would be thoughtful in their approach. I will always recommend this office. Thank you!

  • July 16, 2025

    Dr. Kennedy has been amazing!

  • June 29, 2025

    Dr Kennedy was amazing We felt very informed

  • June 23, 2025

    Dr. Kennedy - he was great, took his time really listened to our concerns and was very thorough with his exam and x-rays. He was also so great at explaining everything to us and my son.

  • June 23, 2025

    I would drive 4 hours anytime to have him see my child. I felt like he really cared and is so very knowledgeable. I have already told everyone on my social media to go to Cook Childrens for their kids healthcare needs.

  • June 03, 2025

    Everything was clear about what my daughter

  • May 20, 2025

    All staff was nice and friendly

  • May 20, 2025

    My family and I had a good experience

  • May 12, 2025

    Dr. Kennedy and his entire team have been fantastic. Dr Kennedy never makes us feel rushed and is patient and takes the time to explain everything and calm any of our nerves. We have already recommended him and his team to anyone who's child is going through the same thing.

  • May 03, 2025

    Dr Kennedy was very knowledgeable and he treated my son very well.

  • April 24, 2025

    The receptionist energy was extremely great. My child was very happy and excited. This is what kids expect to experience at a doctors office; all positive vibes.

  • April 24, 2025

    Good experience

  • April 24, 2025

    Doctor and nurses were fantastic with my scared and crying toddler

  • April 18, 2025

    Everyone behaved very nicely

  • April 18, 2025

    All very good everyone very friendly

  • April 10, 2025

    Dr. Kennedy and his great bedside manner. He made things easy to under.

  • April 08, 2025

    Dr. Kennedy was very reassuring about how good my daughter's progress is.

  • March 27, 2025

    Dr Kennedy was amazing!

  • March 26, 2025

    Very satisfied and grateful for your attention

  • March 26, 2025

    All staff was very courteous and respectful

  • March 26, 2025

    Both Dr Kennedy and PA [...] were great in explaining the problem with my son's knees. We both understood recommended treatment

  • March 22, 2025

    Doctor Kennedy is awesome

  • March 22, 2025

    All is good super glad we have this doctor he knows his stuff

  • March 13, 2025

    Wonderful experience

  • March 13, 2025

    Dr Kennedy was amazing with my little one. He made her feel calm and myself calm by answering all our questions. All the staff were very friendly and nice

  • March 08, 2025

    So kind and caring to us and our child. Made our son feel very comfortable during visit.

  • March 07, 2025

    Everything went well

  • March 01, 2025

    Everyone is so find and helpful! Love it !

  • February 27, 2025

    The whole staff was professional and supportive Dr. K is someone I'd like to grow up to be one day!

  • February 25, 2025

    Good experience

  • February 25, 2025

    Loved the way care was personalized to my child's needs and involved humor. The recovery period was broken into 3 stages with measurable progress at each stage. We felt we were in good hands from the first visit.

  • February 20, 2025

    [...] with Dr. Kennedy's office has gone above and beyond to communicate with me through the MyChart messaging system, and answer my follow-up questions.

  • February 16, 2025

    Dr Kennedy and his staff were extremely comforting, prompt, professional and supportive.

  • February 16, 2025

    I can't imagine being treated in a more efficient manner. 10/10

  • February 11, 2025

    The Dr. Was so understandable and concerned about everything so happy to have taken my child to this Dr. Thank you

  • February 08, 2025

    My child had her first ever surgery with Dr Kennedy and she got so much care and patience with her anxiety about it and just overall he was great and wouldn't go any other place or choose any other provider. Her medical assistant that day was great to she is very nice and has great patient skills just nice to see that she enjoys her job

  • January 26, 2025

    Great experience for traumatic situation.

  • January 26, 2025

    Dr Kennedy was amazing. Our discharge nurse (forget her name) was awesome.

  • January 19, 2025

    Very good work

  • December 17, 2024

    It has always been good

  • December 11, 2024

    Dr Jason Matthew Kennedy, his Orthopedic Surgeon as usual, very professional and empathetic. Also [...], the Physician Assistant did very well to remove the stitch extensions and explanations to questions.

Education

  • Medical school:
  • University of Texas Medical Branch
  • Residency:
  • John Peter Smith Hospital
  • Board certifications:
  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Affiliations

  • Board Certified American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America,Cook Children's Physician Network

Recognitions

  • Texas Super Doctors 2018
  • Texas Super Doctors Rising Stars 2013-2015

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