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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.

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  • Social Determinants of Health & CDC's Health Impact Pyramid: Public Health Concepts Applied to Athletic Training
    Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Social determinants of health (SDOH) are social factors that can have direct or indirect effects on health, and they play a fundamental causal role in understanding health outcomes. Specifically, where individuals live, learn, work, play, worship, etc. powerfully shape health; and, these SDOH have a strong connection to athletic training healthcare. Understanding these concepts can help to improve patient-centered care and health equity. Within athletic training education and many continuing education platforms, SDOH have been a marginal focus as they relate to required competencies; however, SDOH have more recently been woven into updated education standards that facilitate patient-centered care. This educational program will aim to…