Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation PGY-2 Residents

Hometown: Rowlett, TX
Medical School: Howard University College of Medicine
Internship: Howard University Hospital
Hobbies/Personal Interests: Fitness, Brunch, Concerts, and Art
PM&R Interests: Interventional Pain, TBI, SCI, and In-Patient PM&R
Why Baylor? I pursued the BCM PM&R residency program because I wanted to learn from outstanding physiatrists who share my passion for serving vulnerable communities. From day one, I’ve felt supported and challenged in the best ways. The variety of training experiences has helped me grow both personally and professionally, and I’m grateful to be part of a program that is dedicated to advancing the medical treatment of individuals with disabilities.

Hometown: Monterrey, Mexico and Houston, TX
Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Internship: HCA Florida/USF Morsani College of Medicine - Transitional Year
Hobbies/Personal Interests: Quality time with family and friends, weightlifting, watching/playing sports, trying new restaurants, traveling
PM&R Interests: Electrodiagnostics, spasticity/tone management, prosthetics & orthotics, interventional pain
Why Baylor? Matching at BCM was a great honor for me. I chose this program for its robust clinical training, commitment to underserved populations, and its welcoming, mission-driven culture that I experienced firsthand during my visiting rotation as a fourth-year medical student. Additionally, having spent much of my upbringing in the greater Houston area, it feels great being able to return to this amazing city that I consider home.

Hometown: High Point, NC
Medical School: UNC School of Medicine
Internship: Penn State
Hobbies/Personal Interests: Traveling, Cooking, Movies, Nature, and Spending time with family and friends
PM&R Interests: Pediatric Rehabilitation and Neurorehabilitation
Why Baylor? Baylor PM&R offers a breadth of clinical knowledge across multiple sites, providing exposure to a diverse patient population. The program is known for its supportive resident and faculty culture, fostering both professional and personal growth.

Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Internship: Baylor College of Medicine
Hobbies/Personal Interests: Fitness, food, travel, plays/concerts, and puzzles
PM&R Interests: Pain Management, cancer rehabilitation
Why Baylor? For me, training at Baylor meant having ample opportunities to build a strong foundation in all areas of PM&R while also learning to care for some of the most complex and diverse patient populations. I've felt fortunate to be surrounded by a welcoming group of co-residents and faculty in a city full of culture, great food, and endless things to do.

Hometown: Oklahoma City
Medical School: University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Internship: Baylor All Saints Fort Worth Transitional Year
Hobbies/Personal Interests: Exploring parks, photography, playing volleyball, binging crime shows
PM&R Interests: Pain Management, cancer rehabilitation, brain injury
Why Baylor? I love the broad range of training experiences and exposure to PM&R that BCM offers. The environment here is supportive and helps foster a good learning environment.

Hometown: Houston, TX
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Internship: Nazareth Hospital
Hobbies/Personal Interests: Reading, Lifting Weights, Comedy, Exploration, Learning about new scientific discoveries, Playing almost any sport, Outdoor adventures, and Spending time with friends and family/Church family.
PM&R Interests: Interventional Pain and Spine, Neuromodulation, Precision Medicine
Why Baylor? I have always wanted to work at Baylor College of Medicine. I grew up down the street from the Texas Medical Center in Houston and have always understood it to be a place of conscientious care and innovation. Working with other medical professionals to care for people in the Houston community and from around the world is an opportunity I cherish.

Hometown: Dallas, TX
Medical School: UT Southwestern
Internship: Medical City Plano Transitional Year
Hobbies/Personal Interests: Running, trying new restaurants, and spending time with family and friends
PM&R Interests: General PM&R, TBI, SCI, Pain Management
Why Baylor? Baylor has been a great fit due to my wonderful co-residents, the wide variety of clinical sites, and supportive faculty and staff. The city of Houston also provides an incredible setting for medical training, given the presence of the TMC, a diverse population, and clinical exposure to a broad spectrum of pathology. Additionally, there is lots of fun to be had in Houston and the food scene is top-tier!!

Hometown: Seattle, WA
Medical School: Washington State University
Internship: Baylor College of Medicine
Hobbies/Personal Interests: Running, cycling, volleyball, table tennis, snowboarding, rock climbing, board games, finance, cooking, and exploring the massive Houston food scene
PM&R Interests: Interventional Pain, Sports Medicine, Ultrasound, SCI, and Spasticity
Why Baylor? I chose Baylor College of Medicine for the incredible opportunity to train in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world. This setting allows me to learn across a wide range of practice environments, patient populations, and rehabilitation models, all while working alongside leaders in the field. The program’s strong reputation and fellowship match success were also important factors in my decision. Beyond the clinical training, I appreciate Houston’s affordability, cultural diversity, and amazing food scene, which make it a great place to live and grow during residency.