PGY-5
Grant McHorse
From Austin, Texas
Baylor College of Medicine (M.D.)
Biography
Grant McHorse, M.D., was born and raised in Austin, Texas. He attended Duke University where he studied public policy and chemistry before returning to Texas to earn his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine. Outside of orthopaedics, he enjoys traveling with his fiancé, playing or watching just about any sport and engaging in outdoor activities, including hunting and fishing.
Malik Morgan
From Austin, Texas
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (M.D.)
Biography
Malik Morgan, M.D., was born in San Diego, California, and raised in Austin, Texas. He attended the University of Cincinnati in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he studied health sciences with a concentration in human physiology. He also competed at the Division I level on the Men’s Soccer Team. He completed his medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Outside of work, he enjoys playing soccer, trying new foods and going to the movies.
Stephanie Price
From Roseville, California
Oregon Health and Science University (M.D./MPH)
Biography
Stephanie Price, M.D., MPH, grew up in Roseville, California. She attended Cal Poly Pomona where she earned a degree in philosophy. She earned her medical degree from Oregon Health and Science University, where she also completed a Masters in Public Health. After medical school she completed a general surgery internship and then served for several years in the U.S. Navy as an operational medical officer before returning to residency. Outside of orthopaedics, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, being outdoors, triathlon and finding the best places in town to eat!
Ayane Rossano
From Bellevue, Washington
Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin (M.D., M.Sc.)
Biography
Ayane (Aya) Rossano, M.D., M.S., was born in Japan and raised in Bellevue, Washington. She attended Rice University in Houston where she studied kinesiology with a concentration in sports medicine and competed as a Division I pole vaulter on the track team. She completed a dual-degree program at UT Austin Dell Medical School, receiving a Master of Science in Health Care Transformation in addition to her medical degree. Outside of work, she enjoys outdoor adventures with her husband, aerial activities, cooking, and searching for the best taco in Austin.
PGY-4
Alec Giron
Texas Tech University School of Medicine (M.D.)
Biography
Alec Giron, M.D., was born in Dallas, Texas and grew up in Plano, Texas. He graduated from UT Arlington with a Bachelor’s of Science in exercise science. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in Lubbock, Texas. Outside of the hospital, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three dogs. His hobbies include snowboarding, golfing, video games, and attempting to make the perfect cup of coffee.
Amanda Seymour
University of California David Geffen School of Medicine (M.D.)
Biography
Amanda Seymour, M.D., was born and raised in Frisco, TX. She attended Texas Tech University where she completed a Bachelor’s of Science in biochemistry. She earned her medical degree at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Outside of the hospital, she enjoys going on adventures with her husband and little dog Bernie, playing guitar, backpacking, and finding all the best coffee shops in town.
Cassidy Shields
Univeristy of California San Diego School of Medicine (M.D.)
Biography
Cassidy Shields, M.D., was born and raised in San Diego, California. She attended the University of California, Los Angeles where she earned a degree in psychobiology. She received her medical degree from the University of California, San Diego. Outside of the hospital, she enjoys spending time with friends and family on the lake, yoga, sand volleyball, and trying the best queso in Austin.
Semran Thamer
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth (M.D.)
Biography
Semran Thamer, M.D., was born in Iraq and grew up in El Paso, Texas. He attended New York University, where he completed his bachelor’s in global public health and chemistry. He received his medical degree from Dartmouth Medical School. Outside of the hospital, he enjoys cooking, eating, exploring Austin with friends, and pretty much anything to do with cars.
PGY-3
Ebubechi Adindu
Baylor College of Medicine (M.D.)
Biography
Ebubechi Adindu, M.D., was born and raised in Houston, TX. He attended the University of Kentucky where he received a Bachelor’s of Science in biology and a Bachelor’s of Arts in chemistry. He subsequently returned to Houston where he received a medical degree from the Baylor College of Medicine. Outside of orthopaedics he enjoys trying new restaurants, playing video games, all things basketball and spending time with his friends and family. He avidly enjoys research and mentorship, both of which he hopes to continue being involved and productive in during his career.
Nicholas Girardi
University of Colorado School of Medicine (M.D.)
Biography
Nicholas Girardi, M.D., was born and raised in Fort Collins, Colorado. He played college basketball for a year at Drake University and finished undergrad at CU Boulder graduating summa cum laude in neuroscience. He earned his medical degree at University of Colorado. Outside of orthopaedics, he enjoys traveling, hunting, skiing, and playing golf and pick-up basketball.
Lynsey Malin
University of Minnesota Medical School (M.D.)
Biography
Lynsey Malin, M.D., was born and raised in Holmen, WI. She attended Texas Christian University where she completed bachelor’s degrees in biology and entrepreneurial management. She earned her medical degree at the University of Minnesota. Outside of the hospital, she enjoys cooking, going on walks with her fiancé, yoga, seeing movies and trying new restaurants in Austin.
Nickolas Stewart
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine (M.D.)
Biography
Nickolas Stewart, M.D., was born and raised in Winters, California. Before college, Nick sold Harley-Davidson motorcycles and was a mailman for the United States Postal Service. He spends his free time with his wife and kid, cooking, and reading science fiction and fantasy books.
PGY-2
Rafael A. Cordero V.
Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences (M.D.)
Biography
Rafael Cordero, M.D., was born and raised in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He attended The University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus and received his bachelor’s degree in biology. Cordero earned his medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University. When Cordero isn’t working, he enjoys fishing, kitesurfing, bodyboarding, and pickleball. When out with his fellow residents, Cordero enjoys trying out new beers with his peers.
Ritt R. Givens
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (M.D.)
Biography
Ritt Givens, M.D., was born in Lubbock, Texas and raised in New Braunfels, Texas. Givens attended The University of Southern California, where he received his bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering. Givens earned his medical degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, as well as he master’s in biomedical sciences. When Givens isn’t working or studying, he enjoys fitness, sand volleyball, tennis, gardening, and exploring Austin and the Texas Hill Country with his fiancé Amanda and friends.
Elliana P. Rice
University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Biography
Ellie Rice, D.O., was born and raised here in Austin, Texas. She attended Loyola University in Chicago, Il., where she completed her bachelor’s degree in biology and played Division 1 basketball. Rice earned her medical degree from the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. Outside of orthopedics, Rice enjoys competing in triathlons, finding new coffee shops in Austin and spending time with her black laborador named Aspen.
Tyler S. Smith
Paul L. Foster School of Medicine Texas Tech University (M.D.)
Biography
Tyler Smith, M.D., was born and raised in Humble, Texas. He attended The University of Texas here in Austin and received his bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in business. Smith earned his medical degree from the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine Texas Tech Health Sciences Center in El Paso, Texas. When he isn’t working, Smith enjoys spending time outside, fishing, attending Longhorn football and baseball games, and exploring all the great things Austin has to offer.
PGY-1
Justin Jensen
Dell Medical School at The University of Texas (M.D.)
Biography
Justin Jensen, M.D., was born in Los Angeles, California, but was raised in Kona, Hawaii and San Luis Obispo, California. He attended Baylor University and received his bachelor’s degree in molecular biology and biochemistry. Jensen later earned his MBA from The University of Texas, McCombs School of Business. He later received his medical degree from Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin. Before pursuing medicine, Jensen served as a Special Forces Operator in the U.S. Army. When he is not working, Jensen enjoys spending time hunting and exploring the Texas hill country.
Nicole McCaw
The University of Colorado (M.D.)
Biography
Nicole McCaw, M.D., was and raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She attended Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan and received her bachelor’s degree in biochemistry. McCaw later earned her medical degree from the University of Colorado. Outside of orthopaedics, McCaw enjoys spending time with her husband, cooking and reading; as well as any outside activities like running, hiking, skiing, camping and playing soccer.
Colin O'Neill
The University of Washington School of Medicine (M.D.)
Biography
Colin O’Neill, M.D., was born and raised in Casper, Wyoming. He attended The University of North Dakota, earning his bachelor’s degree in biology, while competing as a D1 swimmer. O’Neill earned his medical degree from The University of Washington School of Medicine. When he isn’t working, O’Neill enjoys exploring the outdoors and food scenes of Austin with his husband as they make this city their new home.
Aaron Singh
The University of Texas Health Science Center (M.D.)
Biography
Aaron Singh, M.D., was born and raised in Houston, Texas. He attended The University of Texas at Austin and received his bachelor’s degree in art. Singh received his medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. Outside of work, Singh enjoys reading, drinking coffee, and cooking.