{"id":6030,"date":"2021-01-29T10:00:47","date_gmt":"2021-01-29T15:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/\/?page_id=6030"},"modified":"2026-03-24T13:27:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T17:27:22","slug":"current-residents","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/programs\/residency-and-fellowship\/orthopedic-residency-program\/current-residents\/","title":{"rendered":"Current Residents"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>William Child, PT, DPT<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-7391\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/williamchild_resident-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/williamchild_resident-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/williamchild_resident-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Undergraduate School: <\/strong>Utah Valley University<\/p>\n<p><strong>Graduate School:<\/strong> >University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Professional Interests<\/strong>: Orthopedics, COMT, working in academics possibly, clinical instructor\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why I chose to do a residency at UNC: <\/strong>I was impressed with all the mentors I met during the interview process and my research. The diversity of the staff and their different professional achievements will make for a well-rounded and rich experience.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>What I like about Chapel Hill:<\/strong> There\u2019s a place to hike in every direction within 10 minutes. Also, all of the Tar Heel games make for a fun experience.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Henry J. Conkle, PT, DPT <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-7392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/conkle_resident-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/conkle_resident-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/conkle_resident-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Undergraduate School: <\/strong>University of Alabama<\/p>\n<p><strong>Graduate School:<\/strong> Baylor University<\/p>\n<p><strong>Professional Interests<\/strong>: <Growing in my ability to create excellent patient care, work to publish a research article and teach incoming DPT students or undergraduate to give back to the profession.\u00a0\u00a0\n\n<strong>Why I chose to do a residency at UNC: <\/strong>I chose this program because of the opportunities it offers, both professionally and academically. Having the chance to work with students, take on the role of mentor, and grow as a clinician is important to me, and this residency gives me that.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What I like about Chapel Hill:<\/strong>\u00a0I thoroughly enjoy the cooler weather and the beautiful greenery. Everyone is so nice, both coworkers\/peers as well as the people I have met around town.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Hunter Drew, PT, DPT <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-7393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/hunterdrew_resident-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/hunterdrew_resident-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/hunterdrew_resident-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Undergraduate School: <\/strong>University of New England<\/p>\n<p><strong>Graduate School:<\/strong> University of New England<\/p>\n<p><strong>Professional Interests<\/strong>: Providing care for active individuals looking to return to recreational activities.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why I chose to do a residency at UNC: <\/strong>I chose a residency program at UNC because I felt following graduate school, there was more to learn about my role as a therapist and who I see myself as in the profession of physical therapy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>What I like about Chapel Hill:<\/strong> I enjoy how there is always a sporting event that one can attend. Between UNC, Durham Bulls, Canes, and more, there is always something to watch and support.\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Tyler Myers, PT, DPT <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-7406\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/tylermyers_resident-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/tylermyers_resident-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/tylermyers_resident-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Undergraduate School: <\/strong>Appalachian State University<\/p>\n<p><strong>Graduate School:<\/strong> High Point University<\/p>\n<p><strong>Professional Interests<\/strong>: Orthopedics<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why I chose to do a residency at UNC: <\/strong>I chose to do a residency at UNC because during my interview I felt I really connected with the faculty\/staff in a way where I knew it would be a fostering environment for learning and growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What I like about Chapel Hill:<\/strong> I enjoy attending games at Chapel Hill with my cohort and exploring Franklin Street!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Paige Shriver, PT, DPT <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-7394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/shriver_resident-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/shriver_resident-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/healthsciences\/physical\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/583\/2024\/10\/shriver_resident-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Undergraduate School: <\/strong>Miami University of Ohio<\/p>\n<p><strong>Graduate School:<\/strong> High Point University<\/p>\n<p><strong>Professional Interests<\/strong>: Orthopedics, sports and aquatics<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why I chose to do a residency at UNC: <\/strong>I chose to pursue the residency program at UNC because of the comprehensive curriculum, caring faculty members, and unique partnership opportunity between UNC and Novant Health.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What I like about Chapel Hill:<\/strong> My favorite thing about Chapel Hill is the people in it! &#8230; &amp; UNC basketball- GO HEELS!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>William Child, PT, DPT Undergraduate School: Utah Valley University Graduate School: >University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center\u00a0 Professional Interests: Orthopedics, COMT, working in academics possibly, clinical instructor\u00a0 Why I chose to do a residency at UNC: I was impressed with all the mentors I met during the interview process and my research. 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