Dr. Elena Dille

Biography

As a core faculty member of the Master of Athletic Training program, I am directly involved in facilitating preceptor/student relationships and creating well-rounded clinical experiences that progress the master’s students in their athletic training skills. I have a passion for stimulating high-quality experiential learning opportunities which stems from my doctoral education, where I was challenged to have an advanced clinician mindset in patient care. I want our students to have a similar mindset both in the classroom and in their clinical rotations and to believe that they too are responsible for advancing the health care we provide as Athletic Trainers.

My experiences as a licensed Athletic Trainer primarily lie with secondary-school athletes but I also have worked with many patients across the lifespan who come from a variety of different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. I enjoy continuing to practice clinically while teaching and completing research in areas of patient-centered care and Athletic Training education.

Education

DAT, Doctorate in Athletic Training, Indiana State University

BS, Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, Marietta College

Courses Taught

• Foundations of Athletic Training
• Volunteer Practicum in Athletic Training
• Anatomy and Biomechanics
• Upper Extremity Assessment – Master of Athletic Training program
• Various Clinical courses – Master of Athletic Training program

Professional Organizations and Involvement

• National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA)
• Mid-American Athletic Trainers Association (MAATA)
  • MAATA Education Committee
• Nebraska State Athletic Trainers Association (NSATA)
  • Early Professionals Committee

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