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  • New
    Includes a Live Web Event on 07/30/2026 at 9:00 AM (CDT)

    The National Institutes of Health now recognizes CTE as a progressive brain disease that can cause dementia and that is caused in part by repetitive head impacts (RHI). Research-to-date suggests CTE the odds of developing CTE are associated with exposure to RHI. However, education about CTE is not yet institutionalized for athletic trainers, coaches, athletes, or parents, and CTE risk reduction is not prioritized.

    Live Webinar Hosted by NATA in Collaboration with the Concussion & CTE Foundation
    July 30, 2026 | 9:00–10:00 a.m. CT

    Unable to attend live? The recording will be available on demand within a few days following the webinar.

    Abstract:
    The National Institutes of Health now recognizes CTE as a progressive brain disease that can cause dementia and that is caused in part by repetitive head impacts (RHI). Research-to-date suggests CTE the odds of developing CTE are associated with exposure to RHI. However, education about CTE is not yet institutionalized for athletic trainers, coaches, athletes, or parents, and CTE risk reduction is not prioritized. 

    This course will provide athletic trainers with the latest updates on CTE research, provide a foundation for serving as CTE community educators, and provide actionable steps athletic trainers can take to implement CTE risk reduction within their professional practice.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Summarize the current state of CTE research, including the NIH’s recognition of CTE as a progressive brain disease caused in part by repetitive head impacts (RHI), and explain the neuropathological criteria used to diagnose CTE. 
    • Identify evidence-based strategies for reducing repetitive head impact exposure in sport, including contact limitation protocols and rule modifications, and apply these strategies within their professional practice setting.
    • Demonstrate the ability to educate athletes, coaches, and parents about CTE risk factors, early warning signs of chronic neurological disease, and the importance of head impact reduction as part of a comprehensive athlete safety program.

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy 
    Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis 
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords:
    CTE, dementia, brain injury, head impact

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Robert Cantu, MD

    Robert Cantu, MD

    Currently Dr. Cantu’s professional responsibilities include Medical Director and Director of Clinical Research, Dr. Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center, Chief of Neurosurgery Service and Director of Sports Medicine at Emerson Health in Concord, MA; Clinical Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Clinical Therapeutics Leader AD-CTE Center Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA; Founding member and Medical Director Concussion Legacy Foundation, Boston, MA; Medical Director National Center for Catastrophic Sports Injury Research, Chapel Hill, NC; Vice President and Chairman of Scientific Advisory Committee, National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE); Member NFLPA Mackey-White Health and Safety Committee and Co-chair of the equipment committee; NCAA Concussion Safety Advisory Group Member and NCAA Student-Athletic Concussion Injury Litigation Committee (Medical Science Committee); Member of the World Rugby Concussion Working Group. 

    He has authored over 580 scientific publications, including 34 books on neurology and sports medicine. A past president and spokesperson for the American College of Sports Medicine, he has participated in numerous nationally televised sports programs. He has served as associate editor of Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise and Exercise and Sports Science Review, and on the editorial boards of The Physician and Sports Medicine, Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine, Journal of Athletic Training, Neurosurgery, and World Neurosurgery.  

    Daniel Daneshvar, MD, PhD

    Daniel Daneshvar, MD, PhD

    Dr. Daneshvar is Director of the HealthSpan Lab, which investigates the biological, behavioral, and environmental factors that influence lifelong health and long-term brain function. The lab takes a systems-level approach to uncover early markers of decline, identify mechanisms responsible for risk and resilience, and develop interventions to prevent disease before it begins. Dr. Daneshvar has authored and co-authored over 100 scientific papers including in JAMA, Nature Communications, and Brain, for which he received the 2024 National Neurotrauma Society Rising Star Award. His work has been featured broadly including in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, NPR, and ESPN. 

    He also founded Team Up Against Concussions, the first scientifically validated concussion education program for kids, for which he received the 2016 Excellence in Public Health award from the United States Public Health Services. He is the Director of the Institute for Brain Research and Innovation at TeachAids, which created CrashCourse: a free, scientifically validated virtual reality and computer-based concussion education program, for which he received the 2021 Dean’s Community Service Award from Harvard Medical School. 

    Dr. Daneshvar received his S.B. from MIT, and completed his M.D./Ph.D. at Boston University, where his research resulted in the first dissertation in history to study CTE. He completed residency at Stanford University before joining the faculty at Harvard Medical School.

    Christopher Nowinski, PhD

    Christopher Nowinski, PhD

    Chris Nowinski, Ph.D., is the founding CEO of the Concussion & CTE Foundation and co-founder of the UNITE Brain Bank at the Boston University CTE Center, where he is leading a global conversation on concussions, CTE, and the future of sports.

    After an All-Ivy football career at Harvard, he joined the WWE where he was the youngest Hardcore Champion in history before a 2003 kick to the chin caused career-ending post-concussion syndrome. Researching how to overcome his symptoms, he uncovered buried research showing concussions were far more serious than perceived in the culture at that time. He wrote the 2006 book Head Games: Football’s Concussion Crisis calling for change in concussion care and research into chronic traumatic encephalopathy.

    Dr. Nowinski’s research and advocacy normalized brain donation among athletes in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, helping drive the adoption of concussion protocols worldwide. He is now focused on advancing CTE prevention protocols across global sports organizations. He earned his Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience from Boston University School of Medicine in 2017 and has authored more than 65 scientific publications.

  • New

    The consensus statement on concussion in sports highlights the need for tailored approaches in special populations, including athletes who are deaf or hard-of-hearing (D/HoH). Although concussion rates are comparable to that of athletes who are hearing, baseline neurocognitive, behavioral, and physical performance data of athletes who are D/HoH are limited. Differences in baseline performance of athletes who are D/HoH compared to athletes who are hearing may be due to potential anatomical, sensory, and processing factors. It is crucial for clinicians to understand these potential differences in baseline performance and how baseline outcomes will influence concussion recognition, diagnosis, and return-to-play decisions.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    The consensus statement on concussion in sports highlights the need for tailored approaches in special populations, including athletes who are deaf or hard-of-hearing (D/HoH). Although concussion rates are comparable to that of athletes who are hearing, baseline neurocognitive, behavioral, and physical performance data of athletes who are D/HoH are limited. Differences in baseline performance of athletes who are D/HoH compared to athletes who are hearing may be due to potential anatomical, sensory, and processing factors. It is crucial for clinicians to understand these potential differences in baseline performance and how baseline outcomes will influence concussion recognition, diagnosis, and return-to-play decisions.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Describe Deaf culture and its significance to Deaf sport.
    • Recognize the occurrence of concussions in athletes who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.
    • Examine the concussion knowledge and attitudes among athletes who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.
    • Describe the anatomical, sensory, and processing variability of athletes who are deaf or hard-of-hearing and their implication on concussion management.

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords: Disability; Baseline; mTBIa

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Thomas McKnight, MS, LAT, ATC, CES

    Thomas McKnight, MS, LAT, ATC, CES

    Thomas McKnight, MS, LAT, ATC, CES is an Associate Athletic Trainer at Gallaudet University, where he works with the football, women’s volleyball, men’s basketball, baseball, and track & field teams. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Physical Education and Biology (with University honors) from Gallaudet in 2010 and a Master of Science in Athletic Training from Shenandoah University in 2013. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Health and Human Performance at Concordia University Chicago.

    With more than a decade of experience, McKnight has served as an athletic trainer for the USA Men’s Basketball Team at international competitions including the Deaflympic Games and World Championships in Brazil, Bulgaria, and Poland. He also serves on the U.S. Deaf Sports Federation Medical Commission.

    In addition to his clinical work, McKnight has taught at Gallaudet since 2014 as an adjunct professor in biology and physical education, offering courses such as Human Anatomy & Physiology, Nutrition, and Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries. He is an active member of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA), Mid-Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association, and the District of Columbia Athletic Trainers’ Association (DCATA). He previously served on the board of the Association of Medical Professionals with Hearing Loss (AMPHL).

    Originally from Shirley, Massachusetts, McKnight graduated from The Learning Center for the Deaf (now Marie Philip School) in 2006. He is also an avid disc golfer and helped design Gallaudet’s campus disc golf course in 2023, where he now advises the student disc golf club. He currently resides in Riverdale, Maryland.

    Matthew Brancaleone, PhD, PT, DPT, AT

    Matthew Brancaleone, PhD, PT, DPT, AT

    Dr. Matt Brancaleone is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The Ohio State University and the long-time Medical Coordinator for the OSU Marching Band. A two-time graduate of Central Michigan University (BS in Athletic Training, DPT in Physical Therapy), he went on to complete a Sports Physical Therapy Residency and earn his PhD in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at Ohio State.

    His clinical and research interests include musculoskeletal rehabilitation, health and wellness of athletes who are deaf or hard-of-hearing, and the physical demands of marching artists. With more than a decade of experience, Dr. Brancaleone brings both academic expertise and practical insight to his teaching.

  • New

    Clinical preceptors are essential to developing competent athletic trainers, yet many receive little formal training in how to teach in clinical settings. Most preparation emphasizes supervision and administrative tasks rather than fostering clinical reasoning, learner autonomy, and effective learning environments. This course addresses that gap by shifting the focus from supervising to developing clinicians. Participants will explore strategies to create psychological safety, support productive struggle, and apply a practical framework for balancing patient care with student learning. Emphasis is placed on real-time, efficient teaching techniques that enhance clinical reasoning and improve the overall quality of clinical education.

    Abstract:
    Clinical preceptors are essential to developing competent athletic trainers, yet many receive little formal training in how to teach in clinical settings. Most preparation emphasizes supervision and administrative tasks rather than fostering clinical reasoning, learner autonomy, and effective learning environments. This course addresses that gap by shifting the focus from supervising to developing clinicians. Participants will explore strategies to create psychological safety, support productive struggle, and apply a practical framework for balancing patient care with student learning. Emphasis is placed on real-time, efficient teaching techniques that enhance clinical reasoning and improve the overall quality of clinical education.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Describe the role of the preceptor as a clinical educator rather than solely a supervisor.
    • Identify key characteristics that distinguish effective preceptors from average clinical instructors.
    • Apply strategies to create psychological safety and productive learning environments in clinical settings.
    • Differentiate between moments that require direct intervention and those that allow for guided student autonomy.
    • Implement at least one practical teaching strategy to enhance student clinical reasoning in real time.

    Level:
    Essential

    Domain(s):
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    Orthopedic Domain(s):
    N/A

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords:
    Clinical instruction; Professional responsibility; mentorship; Quality improvement; Reflective practice

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Jonathan Jenkins, MS, SCAT, ATC

    Jonathan Jenkins, MS, SCAT, ATC

    Jonathan Jenkins, MS, LAT, ATC, GTS, is an Athletic Trainer Supervisor with Prisma Health and an Adjunct Professor in the Athletic Training and Exercise Science programs at University of South Carolina. With over seven years of experience in clinical, outreach, and military leadership settings, he specializes in sports medicine, rehabilitation, mentorship, and healthcare education. 

    Jonathan has presented research at regional and state athletic training conferences and has been recognized with multiple honors, including the 2025 NATA Preceptor of the Year award. His professional interests include evidence-based rehabilitation, leadership development, and advancing athletic training education.

  • New

    As advancements in lifesaving care have been discovered and established as best practice, the requirement to provide these for all athletes has been absent, specifically at the state level. This has allowed the creation of health disparities for lifesaving heat policies, cardiac policies and access to AEDs. This session will briefly discuss the established best practices for SCA and heat stroke, describe access to these lifesaving standards for high school athletes, and provide an overview of current collaborative efforts to enhance health and safety for high school athletes.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    As advancements in lifesaving care have been discovered and established as best practice, the requirement to provide these for all athletes has been absent, specifically at the state level. This has allowed the creation of health disparities for lifesaving heat policies, cardiac policies and access to AEDs. This session will briefly discuss the established best practices for SCA and heat stroke, describe access to these lifesaving standards for high school athletes, and provide an overview of current collaborative efforts to enhance health and safety for high school athletes.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Determine best practices related to identifying, managing, and treating sudden cardiac arrest and heat stroke in high school athletes.
    • Recognize gaps and health disparities that exist in sudden cardiac arrest care and heat stroke for high school sports.
    • Identify collaborative initiatives that have been used or that currently exist to address health disparities for best practices in sudden cardiac arrest care and heat stroke for high school athletes

    Level:
    Essential

    Domain(s):
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords: Emergency Action Plan; AED; Coach Education

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Rebecca Stearns, PhD, ATC

    Rebecca Stearns, PhD, ATC

    Rebecca Stearns is the Chief Operating Officer for the Korey Stringer Institute (KSI), where she has worked since its founding in 2010. A certified athletic trainer, she has experience at the high school level and at major endurance events including the Boston, New York City, and Marine Corps Marathons. Dr. Stearns has co-authored multiple position statements on preventing sudden death in sport and published over 95 research articles. Her research focuses on heat and hydration effects on performance and exertional heat stroke risk. She also helped develop an online course and co-edited books on emergency management and sudden death prevention in sport. An avid runner, she has completed nine marathons, including Boston, NYC, Tokyo and Berlin. Dr. Stearns earned her bachelor’s degree at Duquesne University and her master’s and doctoral degrees in kinesiology at the University of Connecticut.
    Douglas Casa, PhD, ATC

    Douglas Casa, PhD, ATC

    Dr. Casa is the CEO of the Korey Stringer Institute (since it was founded in 2010) and is a Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor of Kinesiology (began at UCONN in 1999) at the University of Connecticut. Additionally, he is the editor of a book titled: Preventing Sudden Death in Sport and Physical Activity (2nd edition, 2017), published by Jones & Bartlett in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine. Another recent book titled Sports and Physical Activity in the heat: Maximizing Performance and Safety was published by Springer in the winter of 2018. His latest book- Elite Soccer Players: Maximizing Performance and Safety was published by Routledge in 2020. Dr. Casa has published about 400 peer- reviewed publications/book chapters and presented more than 600 times on subjects related to maximizing performance in the heat, exertional heat stroke, heat-related illnesses, preventing sudden death in sport, and hydration. As a licensed athletic trainer Dr. Casa has successfully treated 401 cases of exertional heat stroke (with 0 fatalities). In addition, from 2018 through 2021 he served on the International Olympic Committee Adverse Weather Impact Expert Group for the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (took place in 2021) that focused on the extreme heat anticipated for these games. During his 25 years as a faculty member in the Department of Kinesiology at UConn the department has been ranked 1st or 2nd for 15 of the 25 years by the National Academy of Kinesiology.He has been a lead or co-author on over 15 sports medicine position statements/consensus statements/roundtables related to heat illness, hydration, and preventing sudden death and participated as a writing group member on 15 other policy statements for leading organizations (ACSM, NATA, WA, IOC, DOD, etc.). Dr. Casa has worked with numerous media outlets across the country in discussing his research including the HBO, NBC Today Show, Good Morning America, ESPN, CNN, PBS, Sports Illustrated, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, among many others. Dr. Casa earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Allegheny College in 1990; his master’s degree in athletic training from the University of Florida in 1993; and his doctorate in exercise physiology from the University of Connecticut in 1997. He is happily married to his wife Tutita Casa, PhD and they have 3 kids; Montana, Navia and Alessio.
    Christianne M. Eason, PhD, ATC

    Christianne M. Eason, PhD, ATC

    Christianne Eason returned to the University of Connecticut to join the Korey Stringer Institute team as the director of innovATe and a contributor to the TUFSS project in the summer of 2020. Dr. Eason is a certified athletic trainer and has worked clinically in the NCAA Division I, NCAA Division III, and secondary school settings. She continues to serve as a medical volunteer at mass medical tent events including the Boston Marathon and Falmouth Road Race. Christianne has provided testimony on behalf of athletic training scope of practice legislation before the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Public Health multiple times and continues to be a strong proponent of professional and personal advocacy.

    Prior to joining the KSI team, Dr. Eason worked as an Assistant Professor of Athletic Training and the graduate school coordinator for the School of Health Sciences at Lasell University. During her time at Lasell, Dr. Eason was able to assist in the professional level degree transition of the Athletic Training program. Her research interests focus on the work-life interface of athletic trainers and the examination of individual and organizational level factors that impact retention, professional commitment, work-life conflict, and patient care. Dr. Eason is a lead or contributing author on nearly 50 peer reviewed articles, including the NATA Position Statement, Facilitating Work Life Balance in Athletic Training Practice Settings, and authored five textbook chapters. She has presented at numerous national, regional, and state conferences on topics including professional commitment, career intentions, organizational structure, and mentoring. Dr. Eason has expertise in qualitative and mixed-methodologies.

    Christianne is a recreational runner and has completed half marathons in the Grand Tetons and Rocky Mountains. She is a self-proclaimed paddle board aficionado and travel enthusiast. Dr. Eason earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training from the University of Connecticut, her Master’s Degree in Nutrition and Physical Activity from James Madison University and her Doctorate in Sport Management from the University of Connecticut.

  • Written by veteran sports dietitians in partnership with sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers, and collegiate strength and conditioning coaches, this consensus statement establishes a strategic framework for collegiate administrators, athletic medicine departments, strength and conditioning coaches, and registered dietitian nutritionists alike to scale and develop sports nutrition programs in ways that best meet the needs of student-athletes, while preserving and prioritizing the highest standard of care no matter the size of the institution or the number of sports dietitians employed. Athletic trainers can utilize this document to advocate for policy improvements, increased access to care, and evidenced-based clinical nutrition protocols.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    Written by veteran sports dietitians in partnership with sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers, and collegiate strength and conditioning coaches, this consensus statement establishes a strategic framework for collegiate administrators, athletic medicine departments, strength and conditioning coaches, and registered dietitian nutritionists alike to scale and develop sports nutrition programs in ways that best meet the needs of student-athletes, while preserving and prioritizing the highest standard of care no matter the size of the institution or the number of sports dietitians employed. Athletic trainers can utilize this document to advocate for policy improvements, increased access to care, and evidenced-based clinical nutrition protocols.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Compare their current organizational structure, level of practice and service model to the service levels and models described in the consensus statement.
    • Evaluate the literature regarding best practices in clinical sports nutrition and describe the minimum standards in the primary areas of care for student-athletes in the collegiate setting.
    • Describe how to utilize the standards of practice and professional performance for the evaluation of knowledge, skills and abilities of a practicing sports dietitian.
    • Design justifications for the addition or expansion of nutrition services in the collegiate setting.

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy 
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    Orthopedic Domain(s):
    N/A

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords:
    Sports nutrition; policy and procedure; interdisciplinary care

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Victoria Lambert, MS, RD

    Victoria Lambert, MS, RD

    Victoria Lambert, MS, RD is cofounder of Dupage Dietitians Victoria served as Princeton University’s Sports Dietitian for its 38 teams and 1,200 Division I varsity athletes from 2009 to 2016. She provided performance-nutrition counseling and education for student-athletes, coaches, and teams. Her interdisciplinary collaborations with athletic trainers, strength coaches, physicians, psychologists, and nurse-practitioners were a highlight, which resulted in excellent performance and health-related outcomes for student athletes. Victoria has counseled athletes from all sports and has specialized experience with weight-class sports (wrestling and lightweight-crew) and middle-distance-track athletes.

    Victoria was one of the first dietitians to become board certified in sports dietetics. She has been invited to speak at national conferences and has written professionally for trade and professional publications (under the name Victoria Rosenfeld). Victoria holds a bachelor’s degree from Colorado State University and completed her dietetic internship at Hines VA Hospital in Hines, IL. She also has an MS in Biology from the University of Nebraska with a concentration in ecology and environmental science. 

    Jason Durocher, MA, ATC, LAT

    Jason Durocher, MA, ATC, LAT

    Jason Durocher is the Director of Sports Medicine and Head Athletic Trainer at Seattle Pacific University in Seattle WA. He has worked at the collegiate level as a certified athletic trainer for 27 years in the NAIA and NCAA Division II level. Jason is familiar with the experience of many AT's at this level who struggle with limited resources and yet desire to provide a holistic model of health care to their student athletes. His presentation shares an example of how implementing the NATA's Consensus Statement for Nutritional Services in Collegiate Athletics might look for colleagues who face similar challenges in this setting.

  • New

    For many commonly used clinical orthopedic tests, there has historically been a lack of empirical, peer-reviewed evidence documenting their efficacy and utility⁵ This presentation aims to address that gap by providing the most recent evidence on several tests frequently used in athletic training to assess ankle injuries. Although clinicians routinely use these tests to grade ankle sprains, traditional methods may be unreliable and may not accurately reflect damage to the lateral ligaments. Consequently, clinicians may struggle to accurately assess injuries and their impairments, contributing to the high rate of recurrence. Current literature suggests…

    Abstract:
    For many commonly used clinical orthopedic tests, there has historically been a lack of empirical, peer-reviewed evidence documenting their efficacy and utility⁵ This presentation aims to address that gap by providing the most recent evidence on several tests frequently used in athletic training to assess ankle injuries. Although clinicians routinely use these tests to grade ankle sprains, traditional methods may be unreliable and may not accurately reflect damage to the lateral ligaments. Consequently, clinicians may struggle to accurately assess injuries and their impairments, contributing to the high rate of recurrence. Current literature suggests that some newer or modified tests, many of which are not traditionally taught, may offer improved options for clinical assessment. This presentation will review the latest evidence regarding the diagnostic accuracy of orthopedic tests used to evaluate ankle injuries, including sprains, chronic ankle instability, and common fractures.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Explain the available evidence for the diagnostic utility of clinical orthopedic tests of the ankle.
    • Select the most useful clinical tests to assess acute lateral ankle sprains and chronic ankle instability.
    • Improve clinical decision making regarding the assessment of ankle injuries.

    Level:
    Essential

    Domain(s):
    Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis

    Orthopedic Domain(s):
    Domain 1: Medical Knowledge
    Domain 2: Procedural Knowledge

    CEUs:
    0.75 Category A

    Keywords:
    Lateral ankle sprain, Syndesmotic Ankle Injury, fracture

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Adam B. Rosen, PhD, ATC

    Adam B. Rosen, PhD, ATC

    Dr. Adam B. Rosen is an Associate Professor and Director of the School of Health and Kinesiology at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, where he also co-directs the Omaha Sports Medicine and Biomechanics Laboratory. He earned his PhD in Kinesiology from the University of Georgia and previously served clinically as an athletic trainer at the University of Delaware and the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Rosen has authored more than 70 peer-reviewed publications and secured funding from the NIH, the Department of Defense, and multiple regional agencies to advance evidence-based sports medicine practices.

    A internationally recognized expert in chronic ankle instability and lower extremity biomechanics, Dr. Rosen’s research has helped define the clinical, biomechanical, neurocognitive, and sensory contributors to ankle injury and reinjury. His work includes the development and validation of functional performance tests, diagnostic tools, and rehabilitation strategies that address the complex neuromechanical deficits associated with ankle instability. Dr. Rosen frequently presents on ankle research, neurocognitive assessment, and evidence-based approaches to sports injury prevention and rehabilitation.

  • New

    The goal of this presentation is to introduce to attendees a comprehensive neurological screening protocol that can be performed in under 5 minutes, and utilized efficiently in the clinical setting. It will also discuss how to interpret abnormal findings and differentiate normal variations from true pathological findings. We will take some time to discuss some common peripheral neurological conditions encountered in active populations as well. Finally, attendees will also be exposed to how pain-phenotyping can be utilized to help design treatment programs, and to best determine when co-management or specialist referral is most appropriate.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    The goal of this presentation is to introduce to attendees a comprehensive neurological screening protocol that can be performed in under 5 minutes, and utilized efficiently in the clinical setting. It will also discuss how to interpret abnormal findings and differentiate normal variations from true pathological findings. We will take some time to discuss some common peripheral neurological conditions encountered in active populations as well. Finally, attendees will also be exposed to how pain-phenotyping can be utilized to help design treatment programs, and to best determine when co-management or specialist referral is most appropriate.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Describe a comprehensive neurological assessment that can be completed in under five minutes, with an explanation of key findings to watch for and how to best interpret variations.
    • Identify several common peripheral neurological disorders in sport and understand key differential findings to consider in the examination process.
    • Define pain phenotyping and describe how this method may assist in determining appropriate management strategies for conditions in which pain is a primary clinical symptom.

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis 

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords: Nociplastic; Neuropathic; Nociceptive

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Kenneth Cieslak, DC, ATC, CSCS

    Kenneth Cieslak, DC, ATC, CSCS

    Dr. Cieslak completed his undergraduate degree at Kean University, majoring in athletic training, and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 1995, graduating from Life University. He has been a Certified Athletic Trainer and a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist since 1989. He is a graduate of the Primary Spine Practitioner course, a multi-disciplinary post-graduate program through the University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.  He is licensed in New Jersey as both a Chiropractor and an Athletic Trainer. 

    From 1997- 2022, he was employed at Teaneck High School, serving as the athletic trainer, in addition to having a practice of chiropractic in Bogota, NJ. He was also a preceptor for the Montclair State University athletic training education program. Currently, he works with Atlantic Health System, and is an adjunct clinical instructor in the athletic training graduate program at Seton Hall University. He is currently the Past-President of the Athletic Trainer’s Society of New Jersey. He also serves on the EATA Educationalist and Student Quiz Bowl Committees, as well as being an executive board member of the Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Special Interest Group of the National Strength & Conditioning Association. 

  • New

    Current best practice for concussion care involves initial brief rest, followed by symptom limited exercise. However, this approach does not reflect the heterogeneous nature of concussion, which may involve multiple domains including cognitive, headache/migraine, ocular, vestibular, and psychological. Each of the domains may benefit from a more precision-based approach that targets specific symptoms and impairments. Emerging clinical trial evidence suggests that earlier and more targeted treatments for specific symptoms and impairments may improve clinical outcomes for athletes following this injury.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    Current best practice for concussion care involves initial brief rest, followed by symptom limited exercise. However, this approach does not reflect the heterogeneous nature of concussion, which may involve multiple domains including cognitive, headache/migraine, ocular, vestibular, and psychological. Each of the domains may benefit from a more precision-based approach that targets specific symptoms and impairments. Emerging clinical trial evidence suggests that earlier and more targeted treatments for specific symptoms and impairments may improve clinical outcomes for athletes following this injury.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Describe new clinical trial evidence for concussion treatments including behavioral management, physical activity/exercise and vestibular rehabilitation.
    • Discuss the role of moderating factors, including gender, psychosocial risk factors, compliance and health disparities, on the effectiveness of treatments for concussion.
    • Apply findings from clinical trials to develop more effective and efficient management strategies for athletes following a concussion.

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis 
    Domain 4: Therapeutic Intervention 

    Orthopedic Domain(s):
    N/A

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords:
    Concussion recovery, Treatment, Moderating Factors

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Anthony Kontos, PhD

    Anthony Kontos, PhD

    Dr. Anthony P. Kontos is Professor and Vice-Chair Clinical Research in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, and Research Director of the Concussion Research Laboratory and UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. He has specialized in concussion research for 19 years with 260+ peer-reviewed publications. His research is funded by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Department of Defense, National Institutes of Health, and National Football League and focuses on active treatments and clinical trials; risk factors; neurocognitive/neuromotor assessments and effects; psychological issues; and concussion and brain health in military, pediatric, and sport populations. 

    Dr. Kontos is fellow of the Society for Sport, Exercise, & Performance Psychology of the American Psychological Association, National Academy of Kinesiology, American College of Sports Medicine, Association for Applied Sport Psychology, and Eastern Psychological Association. He is also co-author of Concussion: A Clinical Profile Based Approach to Assessment and Treatment.

    RJ Elbin, PhD

    RJ Elbin, PhD

    Dr. R.J. Elbin is an Associate Professor in Exercise Science at the University of Arkansas and is director of the Office for Sport Concussion Research. Dr. Elbin received a doctorate in Kinesiology from Michigan State University in 2010 and completed a two-year post-doctoral research fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Sports Medicine Concussion Program. 

    Dr. Elbin’s research focuses on identifying factors that contribute to concussion risk and prolonged recovery and best practices for management and treatment in concussed youth and adolescent athletes. Dr. Elbin has authored/co-authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and 250 professional presentations on sport-related concussion. Dr. Elbin was a 2018 recipient of an Early Career Award from the Sport Neuropsychological Society for his work in concussion research.

  • New

    The presentation aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the gaps in Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in athletics. The session will cover critical failure points in athletic emergency response and planning, which lead to sudden cardiac death (SCD). Epidemiological data for SCA in athletics will be discussed, and contemporary components of emergency action plans will be analyzed to develop and implement comprehensive policies and procedures. The session will also address the layperson and medical provider educational and practice gaps that can be utilized to mitigate the incidence of sudden cardiac death (SCA) in athletics.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    The presentation aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the gaps in Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in athletics. The session will cover critical failure points in athletic emergency response and planning, which lead to sudden cardiac death (SCD). Epidemiological data for SCA in athletics will be discussed, and contemporary components of emergency action plans will be analyzed to develop and implement comprehensive policies and procedures. The session will also address the layperson and medical provider educational and practice gaps that can be utilized to mitigate the incidence of sudden cardiac death (SCA) in athletics.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Discuss and analyze epidemiological data for sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in athletics.
    • Identify and analyze contemporary components of emergency action plans utilized in developing and implementing comprehensive policies and procedures.
    • Address critical failure points in athletic emergency response and planning in which sudden cardiac death occurred.
    • Identify layperson and medical provider educational and practice gaps that can be utilized to mitigate the outcomes of SCA.

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy 
    Domain 3: Critical Incident Management 
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords: Healthcare Administration; Policies and Procedures; Emergency Action Plans (EAP)

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Ray Castle, PhD, LAT, ATC

    Ray Castle, PhD, LAT, ATC

    Dr. Castle is a BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (since 1991), LSBME credentialed athletic trainer (LAT since 1994), and is an American Red Cross Instructor (since 2005). Dr. Castle has an extensive background in education, clinical practice, and professional service spanning over 28 years. Dr. Castle's clinical practice background has included experiences at the high school, college, and international (1996 Atlanta Olympic Games; USOC Sports Medicine Staff for 2003 Pan American Games; and 2004 US Women's Bobsled) levels.

    Dr. Castle is a highly active member of the athletic training profession, having made more than 120 presentations at the local, state, national and international levels, numerous publications, as well as serving on various organization committees at state, district, and national levels. Dr. Castle served as Vice President (2013-16) of the Louisiana Athletic Trainers Association. At the national level, he has served as chair of the NATA Educational Multimedia Committee (2004-08), a member of the NATA's Education Council Executive Committee (2004-08), board member of NATA Research and Education Foundation (2010-12), and board member on Commission on Accreditation for Athletic Training Education (2011-2017).

    Dr. Castle has been recognized for his service efforts in the athletic training profession, and has been the recipient of the following honors including:  Louisiana Athletic Trainers’ Association (LATA) Hall of Fame (2019); Commission on Accreditation for Athletic Training Education (CAATE) Bob and Lynn Caruthers Service Award (2018); LSU College of Human Sciences and Education Outstanding Faculty Service Award (2018); National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award (2017); LATA President’s Award (2016); Southeast Athletic Trainers’ Association (SEATA)  Hall of Fame (2014); SEATA Chuck Kimmel Award of Merit (2011); SEATA Education/Administration Award (2009); NATA Athletic Trainer Service Award (2007); SEATA District Award (2005); and Athletic Trainers’ Association of Florida (ATAF) College/University Athletic Trainer of the Year Award (2001).

    Dr. Castle is the owner of Action Medicine Consultants, LLC. His company provides sports medicine coverage, sports medicine consulting, and related services for organizations and events. He currently serves as medical coordinator for several large-scale events, including the RiverRoux Triathlon, Tiger 10K, Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon, and the Louisiana Marathon.  He is married to Katherine Castle since January 2004 and has a son, William, who is a Sports Administration major at the University of Tennessee - Chattanooga.

  • Athletic Trainers are not formally trained in the use, evaluation, and integration of AI (limited AI Literacy in clinical decision making). This course will provide enhanced understanding of AI model assessment, AI Bias, stigma mitigation, and clinical application of AI. Further the course will address healthcare informatics standards through data-driven decision support. Additionally, a goal of the course will be to provide the learner with an understanding of how to mitigate concerns around using AI tools and its compliance with both HIPAA and FERPA.

    Abstract:
    Athletic Trainers are not formally trained in the use, evaluation, and integration of AI (limited AI Literacy in clinical decision making). This course will provide enhanced understanding of AI model assessment, AI Bias, stigma mitigation, and clinical application of AI. Further the course will address healthcare informatics standards through data-driven decision support. Additionally, a goal of the course will be to provide the learner with an understanding of how to mitigate concerns around using AI tools and its compliance with both HIPAA and FERPA. 

    Learning Objectives:

    • Understand universal distribution of AI to mitigate stigma around AI.
    • Distinguish between High-quality and Low-Quality Generative AI products.
    • Implement AI into their clinical practice in compliance with both HIPAA and FERPA. 

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy 
    Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis 
    Domain 4: Therapeutic Intervention 
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    Orthopedic Domain(s):
    N/A

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords:
    Artificial Intelligence, AI, AI bias, compliance

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Jeremy Howard, EdD, LAT, ATC, RSCC, CSCS

    Jeremy Howard, EdD, LAT, ATC, RSCC, CSCS

    Army National Guard

    Dr. Jeremy Howard joined the Florida Army National Guard in 2002 and is a veteran of Afghanistan (2009-2010) and served in Syria, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia during 2021. He currently serves as the State’s Holistic Health & Fitness (H2F) Program’s Integrator and Chief of Training. He earned his Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training from Florida Gulf Coast University, and both a Masters of Health Science in Athletic Training and Educational Doctorate from the University of Saint Augustine for Health Sciences. 

    While he has worked in more traditional settings such as Collegiate Sports Medicine and Clinical work for Chiropractor, he has run State-level programs in health and wellness for the FLARNG since 2018. His military skillset is quite different than his civilian healthcare career. He is a Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CW3) holding the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) of 140A Air & Missile Defense Systems Integrator and graduate of the highly competitive Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) course, where he manages tactical data links (TDLs) and secure internet protocol operations to ensure exchange of tactical data across a theater of operations. 

    During his last deployment in Iraq and Syria, he managed the exchange of Air Picture and tactical data for Central and North Iraq, as well as Eastern Syria, directly resulting in successful engagements during an enemy drone attack. His diligence and efforts in that deployment earned him a Bronze Star and selection as the 2021 Fires Center of Excellence Sage Award and the 2021 Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance’s U.S. Missile Defender of the Year award. 

    Aside from the 40+ healthcare credentials he holds, he is also credentialed through CompTIA in A Plus, Network Plus, Security Plus, Information Technologies Operations Specialist, and Secure Infrastructure Specialist. Jeremy is currently serving as a volunteer leader on the NATA’s Armed Forces COPA Committee, NSCA’s Tactical Strength & Conditioning Special Interest Group, and the Florida State’s NSCA committee as the Tactical Representative. Jeremy has published two research papers and previously contributed to the NATA’s Blog and On-Demand Trainings.

  • Athletic trainers frequently lack a concise, repeatable process to evaluate foot posture/timing and to integrate orthoses appropriately with loading and return-to-sport (activity) plans. The practice gap shows up as: (a) inconsistent impression/casting quality and calibration to bodyweight/activity/shoe class; (b) uncertainty about when orthoses are likely to help (e.g., patellofemoral pain, plantar-heel pain) vs when they should not replace loading (e.g., Achilles); (c) low confidence verifying fit at dispense and initiating early micro-modifications; and (d) weak break-in and follow-up routines (48-hr/14-day,+). These gaps drive avoidable discomfort, poor adherence, and time lost from sport (activity). A focused, skills-based course that...

    Abstract:
    Athletic trainers frequently lack a concise, repeatable process to evaluate foot posture/timing and to integrate orthoses appropriately with loading and return-to-sport (activity) plans. The practice gap shows up as: (a) inconsistent impression/casting quality and calibration to bodyweight/activity/shoe class; (b) uncertainty about when orthoses are likely to help (e.g., patellofemoral pain, plantar-heel pain) vs when they should not replace loading (e.g., Achilles); (c) low confidence verifying fit at dispense and initiating early micro-modifications; and (d) weak break-in and follow-up routines (48-hr/14-day,+). These gaps drive avoidable discomfort, poor adherence, and time lost from sport (activity). A focused, skills-based course that installs a quick screen, a stepwise orthoses protocol, and brief follow-up checkpoints will close the gap and improve athlete comfort, function, and availability.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Describe how arch posture/timing (pronation ↔ supination) alters foot function and load transfer during the athletic gait cycle. 
    • Identify at least three athletic presentations where excessive pronation contributes to symptoms and explain the MASS Posture rationale for intervention. (e.g. PFP, plantar heel pain, medial tibial stress) and explain the MASS Posture rationale for intervention. 
    • Explain how MASS Posture full-contact, calibrated orthoses can restore stability and improve gait economy in athletes, using sport-specific examples. 
    • Outline key sport-footwear considerations (cleats, spikes, tight toe-boxes, dress/work) when recommending MASS Posture orthoses, including cover length, shell width, and heel cup depth as well as calibration principles. 

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy 
    Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis 
    Domain 4: Therapeutic Intervention

    Orthopedic Domain(s):
    Domain 1: Medical Knowledge

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords:
    Foot Biomechanics, Injury Prevention, Foot and Ankle, Orthotics, Gait Cycle

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Edward S. Glaser, DPM

    Edward S. Glaser, DPM

    Dr. Edward S. Glaser, DPM is the founder of Sole Supports and developer of MASS Posture Theory, an engineering-based model of foot biomechanics. With a background in mechanical engineering (SUNY Stony Brook) and podiatric medicine (New York College of Podiatric Medicine), Dr. Glaser has dedicated more than 30 years to re-envisioning orthotic therapy. His innovations, published in the Foot and Ankle Foundation Online Journal, have led to the production of over a million custom orthotics worldwide. Recognized nationally and internationally, he continues to advance biomechanical correction of the foot and lower extremity under Sole Supports’ guiding value: “We make people better.”

  • Athletic training in the secondary school setting can be fraught with pitfalls that adversely affect delivery of high-quality, appropriate health care to our patients and take a toll on the AT’s quality of life. Developing a strong administrative program can alleviate some of these factors and let the AT focus on patient care. Establishing a new program, improving an existing program, and maintaining a healthy work culture can seem overwhelming. Setting priorities, learning to negotiate, establishing boundaries, and cultivating a support structure all play a role in a healthy work life ratio and medical autonomy.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    Athletic training in the secondary school setting can be fraught with pitfalls that adversely affect delivery of high-quality, appropriate health care to our patients and take a toll on the AT’s quality of life. Developing a strong administrative program can alleviate some of these factors and let the AT focus on patient care. Establishing a new program, improving an existing program, and maintaining a healthy work culture can seem overwhelming. Setting priorities, learning to negotiate, establishing boundaries, and cultivating a support structure all play a role in a healthy work life ratio and medical autonomy.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Distinguish a variety of items included in a true compensation package.
    • Compare contract negotiation strategies.
    • Examine how to cultivate relationships among athletic training coworkers within an outreach organization.
    • Determine how to gauge opportunities available via their employer for their chosen career path.

    Level:
    Essential

    Domain(s):
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords:
    compensation; retention; culture

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Frank Walters, PhD, LAT, ATC

    Frank Walters, PhD, LAT, ATC

    Frank Walters, PhD, LAT, ATC, currently serves as the Chairman of the Board for the Florida Board of Athletic Trainers since December 2023. With a longstanding involvement in athletic training, Walters has been an ATC Spotter for the NFL since July 2012, focusing on player safety during games. As a Board Member for the Florida Board of Athletic Training since February 2022 and Adjunct Faculty at the University of Miami since August 2019, Walters continues to contribute to the education and governance of athletic training. Previous roles include Director of Sports Medicine at Broward Health and Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University. Walters holds a PhD in Kinesiology and Educational Administration from Texas A&M University, an MS in Athletic Training from Indiana State University, and a BS in Physical Education from Brooklyn College.

    In November 1991, the NATA BOD accepted the formation of the Ethnic Minority Advisory Council (EDAC) and Dr. Walters was appointed as chairman. Dr. Walters, a mentee of Bill Chisolm, has impacted ethnic diversity in athletic training, education, job improvement and athlete health care. He was inducted into the National Athletic Trainers’ Association’s Hall of Fame on June 24, 2010.

    Jason Viel, MS, LAT, ATC

    Jason Viel, MS, LAT, ATC

    Jason Viel serves as the Director of Athletic Training Services at Rock Valley Physical Therapy, located in Davenport, Iowa, and provides athletic training coverage for Pleasant Valley High School. Originally from Kalamazoo, Michigan, he now resides in DeWitt, Iowa. Jason earned his undergraduate degree in Exercise Science and Athletic Training from Central College and completed his Master of Science in Athletic Training at Indiana State University. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time outdoors and reading with his wife, Carrie, and their two sons, Connor and Cody.

  • There is a significant practice gap in recognizing and understanding the public health foundation underlying much of athletic training practice. While athletic trainers regularly engage in population health activities—conducting injury surveillance, implementing prevention programs, promoting health behaviors, and addressing environmental hazards—many lack awareness of the public health principles that guide these practices or understanding of how their work contributes to broader population health outcomes. ATs often don't recognize daily practice activities as public health practice or understand how to systematically apply public health frameworks to enhance their effectiveness. This program addresses the educational need by...

    Abstract:
    There is a significant practice gap in recognizing and understanding the public health foundation underlying much of athletic training practice. While athletic trainers regularly engage in population health activities—conducting injury surveillance, implementing prevention programs, promoting health behaviors, and addressing environmental hazards—many lack awareness of the public health principles that guide these practices or understanding of how their work contributes to broader population health outcomes. ATs often don't recognize daily practice activities as public health practice or understand how to systematically apply public health frameworks to enhance their effectiveness. This program addresses the educational need by helping ATs recognize their existing role as public health practitioners while providing the theoretical foundation and analytical tools to strengthen their population-based approach. The unmet need for patients and athletic populations is having ATs who can consciously and strategically apply public health principles—such as epidemiological thinking, health equity considerations, and evidence-based population interventions—to maximize the health impact of practices they're already implementing. By bridging this awareness gap, ATs can more effectively leverage their unique position to create systematic, data-driven approaches to improving health outcomes across the populations they serve.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Identify the ten essential public health services as they relate to athletic training practice.
    • Discuss mechanisms for using public health data to address individual- and population-health needs.
    • Describe the ATs role in local, state, and federal public health and health care systems

    Level:
    Essential

    Domain(s):
    Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy 
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    Orthopedic Domain(s):
    N/A

    CEUs:
    1.25 Category A

    Keywords:
    Public health, epidemiology, data, health communication, health policy

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Heather Hudson, EdD, LAT, ATC

    Heather Hudson, EdD, LAT, ATC

    Dr. Heather Hudson serves as the Program Director for the Master of Athletic Training Program. Dr. Hudson joined Baylor in August of 2018, after serving as an assistant professor, athletic training program director and Dean of the School of Preventative and Rehabilitative Health Science at Gardner-Webb University. Dr. Hudson received her EdD in Curriculum and Instruction from Gardner-Webb University. She is a member of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and Southwest Athletic Trainers’ Association. 

    Allison Strickland, PhD, MEd, LAT, ATC

    Allison Strickland, PhD, MEd, LAT, ATC

    Allison Strickland, PhD, MEd, LAT, ATC joined Sepsis Alliance in 2022 as the Senior Clinical Education manager and has over a decade of clinical education experience. She holds a PhD in Communications with an emphasis in Health Communications. Her dissertation research focused on athletic training communities of practice on social media and Facebook groups.  Allison also holds a Master of Education degree in Health and Kinesiology and a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training. She is a Certified Athletic Trainer, licensed in the state of Iowa. Allison has worked for several medical device companies and life science organizations throughout her career. Allison enjoys spending time with her two elementary school-aged sons, running, and catching up on beach reads in her free time.

  • Athletic trainers have long provided telehealth services for the athletes they care for. As the athletic training profession has evolved, athletic trainers have had the unique opportunity to utilize these skills in other settings including physician practice. It is important to understand the legal aspects of providing this service in the physician practice setting and ensure that providing this type of service is within the scope of practice for the state the athletic trainer is working.

    Abstract:
    Athletic trainers have long provided telehealth services for the athletes they care for. As the athletic training profession has evolved, athletic trainers have had the unique opportunity to utilize these skills in other settings including physician practice. It is important to understand the legal aspects of providing this service in the physician practice setting and ensure that providing this type of service is within the scope of practice for the state the athletic trainer is working.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Understand the legal aspects of providing telehealth services within the physician practice setting.
    • Organize resources to create a comprehensive telehealth experience from intake to discharge for the patient.
    • Formulate KPI’s and other measures of success to determine the efficacy of the telehealth program.

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis 
    Domain 3: Critical Incident Management 
    Domain 4: Therapeutic Intervention 
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    Orthopedic Domain(s):
    N/A

    CEUs:
    0.5 Category A

    Keywords:
    Telehealth, KPIs, physician practice

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Michael Roberts, MA, ATC, BCS-O, OTC

    Michael Roberts, MA, ATC, BCS-O, OTC

    Michael is the Assistant Manager for Sports Medicine at OrthoNebraska. In his current role he coordinates outreach efforts to area schools and sports organizations. Michael helps to create a seamless transition for injured athletes needing to be seen in clinic, working with sports medicine physicians, APP’s, and athletic trainers to provide a high level of service and care. He also oversees the organization’s injury triage app, staffed by athletic trainers. Prior to assuming his role as Assistant Manager, Michael worked in the physician clinic as a DME Coordinator, Clinical Athletic Trainer in the Urgent Care, and as a Clinical Athletic Trainer for two primary care sports medicine physicians.

    Michael is actively involved with COPA at the state, district, and national level. He currently serves at the Chair of the COPA Committee for Nebraska, he is a member of the COPA Council for the Mid-America Athletic Trainers’ Association, and serves on the Physician Practice Panel for COPA with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association.

    Michael completed his undergraduate work at Northwest Missouri State University, and his graduate work at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

  • Evidence has been published to demonstrate the enhancement of physician practice efficacy or physician satisfaction with the addition of a certified athletic trainer. Within recent years the influx of ATs working with orthopedic surgeons has also extended some the opportunity to advance skills and function in a sterile environment as a surgical assist. Various pathways exist to support ATs in the opportunity to gain privileges, as well as many potential barriers. Although athletic trainers may become qualified, the concept is still not widely accepted. In addition, many ATs do not feel confident navigating the process complexities. More discussion is needed to address the knowledge gap of resources that may help an ATs overcome obstacles along the way.

    Abstract:
    Evidence has been published to demonstrate the enhancement of physician practice efficacy or physician satisfaction with the addition of a certified athletic trainer. Within recent years the influx of ATs working with orthopedic surgeons has also extended some the opportunity to advance skills and function in a sterile environment as a surgical assist. Various pathways exist to support ATs in the opportunity to gain privileges, as well as many potential barriers.  Although athletic trainers may become qualified, the concept is still not widely accepted. In addition, many ATs do not feel confident navigating the process complexities. More discussion is needed to address the knowledge gap of resources that may help an ATs overcome obstacles along the way. 

    Learning Objectives:

    • Identify the resources that already exist to support an athletic trainer’s quest to create an advanced opportunity in the operating room (OR).
    • Analyze the practice gap of AT integration into surgery and potential barriers that ATs may need to overcome.
    • Evaluate practice act variabilities, personnel influences and advocacy strategies to consider in the process of earning privileges to assist orthopedic surgeons.

    Level:
    Essential

    Domain(s):
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    Orthopedic Domain(s):
    Domain 2: Procedural Knowledge

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords:
    Surgical assistant, orthopedic surgery

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Michelle Holt, MA, LAT, ATC

    Michelle Holt, MA, LAT, ATC

    Michelle Holt is chair of the Physician Practice Panel on the NATA’s Council on Practice Advancement. Michelle recently joined the team at Columbus Orthopedics and Sports Medicine clinic in Columbus, Nebraska to pioneer the clinic AT role there. She relocated from Arlington, Texas where she worked six years at Sideline Orthopedics and Sports broadening skills in clinic and also assisted in surgery. Michelle originally hails from the central valley of California but graduated from Texas Christian University and became certified in 2010. After doing an internship at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports in Florida, she earned her masters degree at San Jose State University in athletic training while working as a GA at Stanford University. Texas called her back to become the first Athletic-Trainer-In-Residence at NATA in 2013, followed by working 3 years at Chisholm Trail High School in Fort Worth before transitioning to the clinic. Michelle is a dedicated volunteer having served previous terms on SWATA’s executive board, Young Professionals committee, and as former D6 NATAPAC Director.

    Brandy Jones-Neelam, MS, LAT, ATC, OTC

    Brandy Jones-Neelam, MS, LAT, ATC, OTC

    Brandy Jones-Neelam, MS, LAT, ATC, OTC, is a healthcare leader and certified athletic trainer with extensive experience in orthopedic practice management, clinical operations, and sports medicine. She currently serves as Director of Clinical Services at Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina, overseeing multi-site clinical operations across orthopedic clinics, urgent care, physical therapy, and ambulatory surgery centers. In this role, she leads staffing, budgeting, workflow optimization, and quality initiatives, while serving as an athenaOne Clinicals superuser focused on documentation accuracy and system efficiency.

    Brandy’s background includes progressive leadership roles in clinical services, sports medicine program coordination, and athletic training residency education, as well as prior academic appointments as a Clinical Education Coordinator and Assistant Professor. She remains clinically active as a credentialed surgical first assistant and licensed athletic trainer. Brandy is also highly engaged in professional service through leadership roles within the National, Mid-Atlantic, and North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Associations, reflecting her commitment to advancing athletic training practice and patient care.

  • Postural orthostatic hypotension syndrome (POTS) is an autonomic dysregulation condition characterized by excessive tachycardia upon standing in the presence of orthostatic intolerance. POTS is becoming more recognized across populations including active individuals and athletes. The sports medicine professional needs to have a comprehensive understanding of the recognition and management of this condition. This discussion covers the latest research and management strategies on this emerging topic.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    Postural orthostatic hypotension syndrome (POTS) is an autonomic dysregulation condition characterized by excessive tachycardia upon standing in the presence of orthostatic intolerance. POTS is becoming more recognized across populations including active individuals and athletes. The sports medicine professional needs to have a comprehensive understanding of the recognition and management of this condition. This discussion covers the latest research and management strategies on this emerging topic.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Define postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS).
    • Discuss assessment strategies for POTS among active individuals and athletes.
    • Describe common management strategies for POTS for active individuals and athletes.

    Level:
    Essential

    Domain(s):
    Domain 4: Therapeutic Intervention

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords: dysautonomia, autonomic, nervous system

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Scott Cheatham, PhD, DPT, ATC

    Scott Cheatham, PhD, DPT, ATC

    Dr. Scott Cheatham, PhD, DPT, PT, OCS, ATC, CSCS is a Full Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Kinesiology at CSU Dominguez Hills in Carson, California. He is also owner of SportsPhysioRX, a concierge sports and orthopedic physical therapy company. 

    Dr. Cheatham is a national presenter for various organizations and has authored over 200 peer reviewed publications, textbook chapters, conference/seminar presentations, and home study courses on the topics of sports medicine, orthopedics, and health & fitness. Dr. Cheatham is the co-editor-in-chief for the Journal of Fitness, Wellness, and part of the editorial board for the Journal of Sport Rehabilitation.

  • Exertional heat stroke is one of the leading causes of sudden death in sports. Its treatment (i.e.., whole-body cold-water immersion [CWI]) is shown to be effective in saving lives of athletes when performed immediately to reduce the duration of extreme hyperthermia (internal body temperature >40.5C) within 30 minutes. However, despite the strong evidence that supports the use of CWI, there remains events that do not use CWI and rectal temperature assessment as part of the policy and procedures for event medical services. The Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games was the first summer Olympic Games to formally create and implement policy and procedures for exertional heat stroke prehospital management. It also became one of the first even to create guidelines for para-athletes. Therefore, this presentation aims to provide step-by-step description of the development and implementation of evidence-based exertional heat stroke prehospital management in sporting events using the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games as an example.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans' Exclusive Content, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    Exertional heat stroke is one of the leading causes of sudden death in sports. Its treatment (i.e.., whole-body cold-water immersion [CWI]) is shown to be effective in saving lives of athletes when performed immediately to reduce the duration of extreme hyperthermia (internal body temperature >40.5C) within 30 minutes. However, despite the strong evidence that supports the use of CWI, there remains events that do not use CWI and rectal temperature assessment as part of the policy and procedures for event medical services. The Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games was the first summer Olympic Games to formally create and implement policy and procedures for exertional heat stroke prehospital management. It also became one of the first even to create guidelines for para-athletes. Therefore, this presentation aims to provide step-by-step description of the development and implementation of evidence-based exertional heat stroke prehospital management in sporting events using the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games as an example.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Develop policy and procedures for exertional heat stroke prehospital management designed for mass participation events.
    • Design heat deck at mass participation events.
    • Understand special considerations required to set up heat deck in para-athlete sports with high risk of exertional heat stroke.
    • Design and lead pre-event training sessions on exertional heat stroke prehospital management for medical volunteers.

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 3: Critical Incident Management

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords:
    exertional heat stroke, international competition, prehospital management, para-athletes, extreme heat

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
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    Yuri Hosokawa, PhD, ATC, FACSM

    Yuri Hosokawa, PhD, ATC, FACSM

    Waseda University, Japan

    Yuri Hosokawa is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, Japan. Her research interests include prevention and education of sudden death in sport, establishing best practices in road race medicine, developing regional-specific heat guidelines for exertional heat illness prevention, and developing heat acclimatization guidelines for tactical athletes. She is also partaking in research projects in biometeorology to promote interdisciplinary research across physiologists, climatologists, and public health researchers.

    Dr. Hosokawa served as a member of the International Olympic Committee Adverse Weather Impact Expert Working Group for the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 and led the effort to implement best practices for prehospital care of exertional heat stroke in Japan. She established and coordinated prehospital exertional heat stroke management plans for seventeen disciplines during the Olympics and five disciplines during the Paralympics that were deemed high risk for exertional heat stroke. Tokyo Games marked Japan’s first mass-sporting event to implement evidence-based exertional heat stroke prehospital care. Hosokawa’s effort set the standard for future athlete medical service and showcased the expertise of athletic trainers in Japan.

    Dr. Hosokawa currently serves as a heat advisor for the Japan Coast Guard, Fifth Regional Coast Guard, to optimize the resilience of the special rescue team. She is also a member of the Expert and Advisory Board of the World Athletics’ World Academy for Endurance Medicine and the World Lacrosse Medical Commission.

    Dr. Hosokawa received her bachelor’s degree in Sport Sciences from Waseda University in 2011, her master’s degree in Athletic Training from the University of Arkansas in 2013, and her doctoral degree from the University of Connecticut in 2016. She then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Korey Stringer Institute (2016–2017) and worked at the Ritsumeikan University as an Assistant Professor in the College of Health and Sport Science (2018–2019).

  • The session will provide practical steps for an athletic trainer to identify warning signs through evidence-based screening for suicidality. The literature supports referral pathways for a patient in crisis dependent upon their intentionality. Regardless of the outcome from the situation, a patient with suicidal thoughts can be difficult for an athletic trainer to process without time to cope. The management of a critical incident can negatively influence the athletic trainer’s emotional well-being requiring additional support for the healthcare provider following the case. The presentation will comprehensively address the totality of the athletic trainer’s role in the crisis.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    The session will provide practical steps for an athletic trainer to identify warning signs through evidence-based screening for suicidality. The literature supports referral pathways for a patient in crisis dependent upon their intentionality. Regardless of the outcome from the situation, a patient with suicidal thoughts can be difficult for an athletic trainer to process without time to cope. The management of a critical incident can negatively influence the athletic trainer’s emotional well-being requiring additional support for the healthcare provider following the case. The presentation will comprehensively address the totality of the athletic trainer’s role in the crisis.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Recognize the signs, symptoms, and risk factors for suicidal ideation with emphasis placed on concerns with women and female patients.
    • Evaluate methods to screen for suicidality.
    • Describe the immediate support procedures for a patient in crisis and establish evidence-based referral pathways for continued support.
    • Compare resources available for athletic trainers following a critical incident.
    • Examine critical incident stress management and debriefing.

    Level:
    Advanced

    Domain(s):
    Domain 3: Critical Incident Management

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords: behavioral health; grief; second victim syndrome

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
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    Zachary Winkelmann, PhD, LAT, ATC

    Zachary Winkelmann, PhD, LAT, ATC

    Dr. Zachary Winkelmann is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Arnold School of Public Health at The University of South Carolina. Currently, Zachary is the Director of Clinical Education for the post-professional Athletic Training Program. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Texas Lutheran University in 2013 his master’s degree from Indiana State University in 2015, and his PhD in Curriculum and Instruction program with a concentration in Athletic Training Education from Indiana State in 2019. 

    Dr. Winkelmann is a certified athletic trainer and researcher with 151 peer-reviewed publications and several national and international presentations focused on telemedicine, simulation-based learning, patient-centered care, and mental health.

    Elizabeth Neil, PhD, LAT, ATC

    Elizabeth Neil, PhD, LAT, ATC

    Dr. Elizabeth Neil assistant professor of instruction in the Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA and the program direction of the professional masters and post-professional DAT. Dr. Neil completed her PhD in curriculum and instruction with a concentration in athletic training education at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, IN. She additionally completed her post-professional master's in athletic training at ISU. Born and raised in Erie, PA, Dr. Neil stayed local to complete a bachelor of science in athletic training with an exercise science minor at Mercyhurst University.

    Dr. Neil currently serves as a per diem athletic trainer for the Philadelphia Union Academy. She has received the Ethos Award for excellence in teaching, scholarship and service at Indiana State University and the Z. Mel Blickenstaff memorial doctoral student scholarship from the National Athletic Trainers' Association. She has spoken and presented research at the state, district and national levels. Her research interests lie in medical documentation and healthcare administration, clinical education, and educational advancements specifically focused on mental health initiatives.

  • Athletic Trainers are well versed in topics such as injury prevention/risk mitigation, injury management/ clinical diagnosis, rehabilitation, and organizational and administration. Overall, Athletic Trainers are well suited to protect their patients from harm and well educated on many aspects of organization policy to address these areas. However, cyberspace-based threats have been an emerging concern in multiple fields and while Athletic Trainers are not cybersecurity professionals, they should know, understand, and promote the protection of their patients and their patients' information from cyberthreats. Unfortunately, this is not an aspect of the formal education Athletic Trainers receive and creates a potential threat that nefarious actors could leverage. Athletic Trainers are uniquely postured to advocate for the protection of their patient's information through process improvement via policy and practice modification.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans' Exclusive Content, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    Athletic Trainers are well versed in topics such as injury prevention/risk mitigation, injury management/ clinical diagnosis, rehabilitation, and organizational and administration. Overall, Athletic Trainers are well suited to protect their patients from harm and well educated on many aspects of organization policy to address these areas. However, cyberspace-based threats have been an emerging concern in multiple fields and while Athletic Trainers are not cybersecurity professionals, they should know, understand, and promote the protection of their patients and their patients' information from cyberthreats. Unfortunately, this is not an aspect of the formal education Athletic Trainers receive and creates a potential threat that nefarious actors could leverage. Athletic Trainers are uniquely postured to advocate for the protection of their patient's information through process improvement via policy and practice modification. 

    Learning Objectives:

    • Identify various cybersecurity threats. 
    • Describe best practices in cybersecurity that will improve patient information protection.
    • Select appropriate organizational policies in cybersecurity to improve the protection of patient data. 

    Level:
    Essential

    Domain(s):
    Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords:
    cybersecurity, patient information protection, patient data, cyberthreat

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
    For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.

    Jeremy Howard, EdD, LAT, ATC, RSCC, CSCS

    Jeremy Howard, EdD, LAT, ATC, RSCC, CSCS

    Army National Guard

    Dr. Jeremy Howard joined the Florida Army National Guard in 2002 and is a veteran of Afghanistan (2009-2010) and served in Syria, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia during 2021. He currently serves as the State’s Holistic Health & Fitness (H2F) Program’s Integrator and Chief of Training. He earned his Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training from Florida Gulf Coast University, and both a Masters of Health Science in Athletic Training and Educational Doctorate from the University of Saint Augustine for Health Sciences. 

    While he has worked in more traditional settings such as Collegiate Sports Medicine and Clinical work for Chiropractor, he has run State-level programs in health and wellness for the FLARNG since 2018. His military skillset is quite different than his civilian healthcare career. He is a Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CW3) holding the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) of 140A Air & Missile Defense Systems Integrator and graduate of the highly competitive Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) course, where he manages tactical data links (TDLs) and secure internet protocol operations to ensure exchange of tactical data across a theater of operations. 

    During his last deployment in Iraq and Syria, he managed the exchange of Air Picture and tactical data for Central and North Iraq, as well as Eastern Syria, directly resulting in successful engagements during an enemy drone attack. His diligence and efforts in that deployment earned him a Bronze Star and selection as the 2021 Fires Center of Excellence Sage Award and the 2021 Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance’s U.S. Missile Defender of the Year award. 

    Aside from the 40+ healthcare credentials he holds, he is also credentialed through CompTIA in A Plus, Network Plus, Security Plus, Information Technologies Operations Specialist, and Secure Infrastructure Specialist. Jeremy is currently serving as a volunteer leader on the NATA’s Armed Forces COPA Committee, NSCA’s Tactical Strength & Conditioning Special Interest Group, and the Florida State’s NSCA committee as the Tactical Representative. Jeremy has published two research papers and previously contributed to the NATA’s Blog and On-Demand Trainings.

  • Adolescents are particularly vulnerable to mental health symptoms due to biological, physical, social, and environmental changes occurring during this period of life and development. Moreover, adolescents must contend with a developing brain and physical changes brought on by puberty, an increase in psychosocial stressors associated with social pressures and interactions, and changing academic responsibilities. Research shows that there is a direct association between participation in school-based activities, including sport and a reduced risk of experiencing a major depressive episode. This session aims to quantify social, emotional and physical well-being in adolescent sport participants and discuss how equitable programming can facilitate healthier well-being across various sociodemographics.

    This presentation is a replay from NATA 2023 in Indianapolis, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.

    Abstract:
    Adolescents are particularly vulnerable to mental health symptoms due to biological, physical, social, and environmental changes occurring during this period of life and development. Moreover, adolescents must contend with a developing brain and physical changes brought on by puberty, an increase in psychosocial stressors associated with social pressures and interactions, and changing academic responsibilities. Research shows that there is a direct association between participation in school-based activities, including sport and a reduced risk of experiencing a major depressive episode. This session aims to quantify social, emotional and physical well-being in adolescent sport participants and discuss how equitable programming can facilitate healthier well-being across various sociodemographics.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Summarize social, emotional and physical well-being.
    • List measures of social, emotional and physical well-being that can be utilized in clinical practice.
    • Explain benefits of sport on adolescent well-being.

    Level:
    Essential

    Domain(s):
    Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy 

    CEUs:
    1.0 Category A

    Keywords: adolescent well-being, social, emotional, puberty, depression, stressors

    Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
    Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
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    Jessica Wallace, PhD, MPH, LAT, ATC

    Jessica Wallace, PhD, MPH, LAT, ATC

    Dr. Jessica Wallace is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Science & Athletic Training Program at The University of Alabama. Dr. Wallace holds degrees in Athletic Training (University of Miami), Physical Education (Univ of Central Florida), Kinesiology (Michigan State University), and Public Health/Epidemiology (Harvard University), and her research foci centers around understanding concussion in the context of health disparity and health inequity. Her community-based participatory research approach aims to build relationships and close the disparity gap.