Sekinat K. McCormick, MD

Dr. Sekinat McCormick is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in musculoskeletal conditions in children.  Her current clinical practice consists of a broad spectrum of general pediatric orthopedics including scoliosis, trauma, neuromuscular diseases, pediatric hip pathology, limb deformity and clubfoot. In addition to her clinical work, she has an interest in researching the impact of disparities on musculoskeletal care. 

Outside of direct clinical care, Dr. McCormick is actively involved in musculoskeletal education of both the residents and the medical students. She serves as a core faculty within the clinical skills module within the medical school curriculum where she works directly with students in their first and second years. In this role, she can provide early exposure to the field of orthopedic surgery for students who may not have such exposure otherwise.

Beyond clinical medicine, Dr. McCormick has a strong interest in professional development and community engagement. She is currently the Assistant dean in the Office for Academic Opportunity and Educational Excellence where she engages with learners across the medical continuum to optimize their clinical and community impact. In this capacity, Dr. McCormick’s reach goes beyond the orthopedic department. She is able to bring her unique lens to all that she does and be impactful in shaping innovative educational approaches. 

In addition to her commitments to the UT Health San Antonio Long School of Medicine, Dr. McCormick spends time as an active member in numerous medical societies professionally and several social societies personally. Her work with these various organizations allows her to remain connected to the greater San Antonio community.

Outside of work, Dr. McCormick enjoys spending time with her veteran husband, Ted, their two children Zachariah and Sarah, and the family dogs Clu and Farragut. In addition to family time, Dr. McCormick also enjoys bowling, roller skating, and cheering for Navy Football, Ted’s alma mater and the family’s number one football team.