Undergrad School
- Trinity University
Medical School - Texas Tech University School of Medicine
Hometown - Dallas! Yes, Dallas, Dallas! Born and raised.
What have you enjoyed most about residency?
Building long-term relationships with my co-interns and other classes. We’ve been able to get together (spouses and kids included) many times, so it's been nice getting to know everyone. This is a tight-knit group that feels like an extended family.
What are you looking forward to doing during residency?
Surgery, lots of surgery!
What is your favorite OU Ortho tradition?
The annual golf tournament.
What has surprised you most about Oklahoma?
The food scene is impressive. Both my wife and I are big foodies, so we’ve enjoyed exploring all the restaurants.
What hidden benefit of Oklahoma have you enjoyed?
So far, I love OKC! Being from Dallas but living in Lubbock the past 4 years, I’ve seen both ends of the spectrum. OKC is the perfect in-between; you get all the restaurants and activities of a big city with none of the traffic. And seriously, what a perfect time to move here with the Thunder’s dominance. Yes, I’m a Thunder fan now…sorry, Mavericks, you traded Luka.
What has become your favorite place to dine or hang out?
Right now, my favorite restaurant is Jimmy B’s. It reminds me of one of my favorite spots in Dallas. My wife and I also love going to our neighborhood park, the zoo, and the science museum. Really, anything that keeps our 1-year-old entertained.
What is something you enjoy doing in your spare time?
I hang out with my wife and kiddo as much as possible. I love to golf, wish I could play more often. I also try to maintain a consistent workout schedule.
What is your favorite season?
Summer, of course! My birthday is July 3 so I always love a good birthday/July 4th pool party with BBQ and fireworks.
If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be?
My wife and I are dying to see New Zealand. I hear they need doctors…
Undergrad School
- University of Oklahoma, B.S. in Biochemistry
Medical School - University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Hometown - Tulsa, Oklahoma
What have you enjoyed most about residency?
Pretty early on in the journey, but doing a short nail with my chief on July 1 was definitely a highlight! Additionally, I genuinely enjoy spending time with my co-interns/co-residents, both inside and outside the hospital.
What are you looking forward to doing during residency?
Gaining the skills and confidence to take care of our patient population.
What is your favorite OU Ortho tradition?
Trauma 'staches.
What has surprised you most about Oklahoma?
How much it's grown, even over the last 8 years I've spent on this side of the state!
What hidden benefit of Oklahoma have you enjoyed?
Braum's or being able to own a home during residency, kind of a toss-up.
What has become your favorite place to dine or hang out?
Can't pick just one! Jimmy B's for a nice date night, Deep Deuce for a casual happy hour, Bar Arbolada for the best burger in OKC.
What is something you enjoy doing in your spare time?
Chase golf balls that I shank around the course, spend time with my wife and family, cook Italian food, and travel.
What is your favorite season?
Fall, specifically the 1-2 month overlap in Sooner football and Thunder basketball season.
If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be?
Milan again!
Undergrad School - Brigham Young University
Medical School - University of Oklahoma
Hometown - Fort Gibson, Oklahoma
What have you enjoyed most about residency?
How positive, accepting, and willing to help the residents and faculty are.
What are you looking forward to doing during residency?
I’m looking forward to learning and gaining confidence in treating patients with a variety of orthopedic problems.
What is your favorite OU Ortho tradition?
I’ve enjoyed how all the get-togethers are very family-oriented and have encouraged us to get to know other residents, their families, and faculty in the program.
What has surprised you most about Oklahoma?
I’ve been most surprised by how easy it is to get around Oklahoma City and the number of different things there are to do here.
What hidden benefit of Oklahoma have you enjoyed?
A hidden benefit of Oklahoma is how nice and helpful Oklahomans are.
What has become your favorite place to dine or hang out?
There are plenty of great places to eat around Oklahoma City. One of our favorite places to take people when they come in town to visit is Patty Wagon.
What is something you enjoy doing in your spare time?
I love doing any type of sport that gets the competitive juices flowing, from golf to basketball and anything in between. In the fall, I also enjoy getting out for bow hunting whenever I get the chance.
What is your favorite season?
Fall. Football season and bow hunting - nothing tops that.
If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be?
Hungary. I lived there for 2 years for a mission trip and would take any chance to go back.
Undergrad School
- University of Utah
Medical School - University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)
Hometown - Salt Lake City, Utah
What have you enjoyed most about residency?
The people of Oklahoma and this residency are just kind. It's been a great environment to learn orthopedics. My co-residents are awesome and super supportive.
What are you looking forward to doing during residency?
It's been great to finally be able to focus on learning orthopedics; I'm looking forward to learning more and, hopefully, actually know what I'm talking about one day.
What is your favorite OU Ortho tradition?
My wife has never tolerated me having facial hair, but even she cannot fight against the trauma 'stache.
What has surprised you most about Oklahoma?
The food scene here is really solid. As an out-of-stater, I would not have anticipated the restaurants to be so diverse and so good.
What hidden benefit of Oklahoma have you enjoyed?
It's incredibly affordable and everyone is so nice. Even just going to the grocery store means I'm going to run into a bunch of friendly people.
Also, this is a college football city. People here love their schools and they're passionate about sports.
What has become your favorite place to dine or hang out?
Med school debt is too omnipresent to go to fancy places regularly, so it's hard to beat a good Braum's run.
What is something you enjoy to do in your spare time?
I love spending time with my wife and daughter. We love watching baseball and devoting our lives to Utah Football. I also enjoy pickleball, golf, cleaning, and spending too much time on my fantasy football lineup.
What is your favorite season?
Fall time. Football season baby! Plus, I'm a sucker for fall foliage, candles, and decor.
If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be?
My wife and I love to ski, and our skiing bucket list is very lengthy. Probably somewhere in the Alps or Whistler.
Undergrad School - University of Oklahoma 
Medical School - University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Hometown - Choctaw, OK
What have you enjoyed most about residency?
Spending time with my co-residents. Everyone has been willing to help and their support has definitely contributed to my growth. There's a strong sense of teamwork within the program and it has made residency both rewarding and enjoyable.
What are you looking forward to doing during residency?
Growing my Orthopedic knowledge to one day become a competent surgeon.
What is your favorite OU Ortho tradition?
Trauma 'stache is cool.
What has surprised you most about Oklahoma?
Having grown up in Oklahoma, I can't say I was surprised, but it's been nice to be reminded of just how genuinely kind and welcoming people are here.
What hidden benefit of Oklahoma have you enjoyed?
Cost of living, minimal traffic, awesome company.
What has become your favorite place to dine or hang out?
Mocha House
What is something you enjoy doing in your spare time?
Play basketball, hang out with friends and family, OKC Thunder.
What is your favorite season?
Fall
If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be?
Too hard to pick just one, would love to explore Europe and Asia.
Undergrad School - West Texas A&M University
Medical School - Texas Tech University Health Science Center
Hometown - Canyon, TX
What have you enjoyed most about residency?
The best part of residency so far has been getting to know my fellow co-residents. Starting as an intern can be incredibly intimidating-stepping into the role of the physician you’ve always aspired to be. But my co-residents have made the transition so much smoother. They’ve not only been supportive and encouraging, but have also pushed me to grow, learn, and improve every day
What are you looking forward to doing during residency?
What I’m most looking forward to is the incredible growth that lies ahead over the next five years. Even in the short time I’ve been part of the program, I’ve learned so much-both personally and professionally. I can’t wait for the day I look back on the journey, the memories, and the transformation that took place during my time at OU.
What is your favorite OU Ortho tradition?
As an intern, I haven’t gotten to be a part of many yearly traditions quite yet, but the pool party at Dr. Chenoweth’s this summer was fantastic.
What has surprised you most about Oklahoma?
The pride Oklahomans have for their sports teams is truly something special. Whether it’s the electric atmosphere of the NBA finals, the excitement of the Women’s College World Series, or the fierce loyalty to OU and OSU athletics, the people of Oklahoma know how to show up and show out for their teams.
What hidden benefit of Oklahoma have you enjoyed?
I’ve really enjoyed exploring the food scene in Oklahoma. Every time my family visits, we make it a tradition to try a new brunch spot-and so far, not a single one has disappointed.
What has become your favorite place to dine or hang out?
My favorite brunch spot is Hatch.
What is something you enjoy doing in your spare time?
I love spending my time in the kitchen, cooking and baking new recipes.
What is your favorite season?
Fall is my favorite season. I love it when the temperatures start cooling down and the start of college football.
If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be?
I’d love to visit Africa someday and take an extended trip exploring the incredible safari destinations. Experiencing the wildlife and natural beauty up close is definitely a dream of mine.
Undergrad School -University of Oklahoma
Medical School - University of Oklahoma
Hometown - Oklahoma City, OK
What have you enjoyed most about residency?
I have really enjoyed getting to know all the other residents; it's a great group of people.
What are you looking forward to doing during residency?
I am looking forward to the annual conferences you get to attend with your residency class!
What is your favorite OU Ortho tradition?
I am really looking forward to the yearly spring golf tournament.
What has surprised you most about Oklahoma?
The food scene in Oklahoma is surprisingly good; a lot of people don't know that!
What hidden benefit of Oklahoma have you enjoyed?
The cost of living here is really good! Your money goes a lot further than you would think.
What has become your favorite place to dine or hang out?
My favorite restaurant is The Ranch, and my favorite spot to grab a drink is Jones Assembly.
What is something you enjoy doing in your spare time?
In my free time, I love to watch Thunder Basketball and OU Football/Golf.
What is your favorite season?
Fall, it's hard to beat the weather and football being back.
If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be?
Greece.