Current Residents

James Castillo

After graduating in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Sciences from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, James Castillo “sought the Lord and prayed that He would lead [him] into a career that would glorify Him.” His prayers for guidance led him to Baylor University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, from which he graduated in December 2024. Castillo is grateful for how the Baylor program has allowed him to both develop his physical therapy expertise while also encouraging him to integrate his faith and experiences to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

“I believe an orthopedic residency would help enhance my knowledge and skills to be the best therapist that my patients need me to be,” Castillo said. “As I desire to let all my work be done unto the Lord, I desire to not just become an average therapist, but to learn under board certified professionals who can help me serve my patients in the most effective ways possible.”

Julia Hunnell

A two-time Baylor and Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences graduate, Julia Hunnell received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science Studies in 2022 and graduated from Baylor’s DPT program in December 2024. She chose to return to pursue her graduate degree “after experiencing the high-quality education, Christian values, and top-notch faculty at Baylor.” Hunnell is originally from Fort Worth, Texas.

“Throughout clinical experiences, I have developed a passion for helping patients recover from various orthopedic conditions by creating individualized treatment plans based on patient goals,” she said. “I am excited for the opportunity to further grow my clinical skills through mentorship, gain teaching experience at lab immersions, and become involved with research through the Baylor Scott and White-Baylor Orthopedic Residency Program.”