What is an Athletic Trainer?

An athletic trainer is a certified, health care professional who practices in the field of athletic training. Athletic training has been recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) as an allied health care profession since 1990. Athletic trainers  collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, and many other healthcare providers to optimize activity and participation of patients and athletes. Certified athletic trainers (ATCs) are medical experts in preventing, recognizing, managing and rehabilitating injuries that result from physical activity.

Breyene Barnes, MS ATC            Sports Medicine Marketing and Outreach Manager

Julie Budnyy, ATC                     Certified Athletic Trainer, Leesville/Wakefield High School

Matt Dorn, ATC                         Certified Athletic Trainer, Athens Drive/Enloe High School

Willy Johnson, ATC                   Wellness Advisor/OSHA Coordinator
                                                Certified Athletic Trainer, Durham School of the Arts