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Physician: Michael McClincy, MD
Neuropsychologist: Natalie Sandel Sherry, PsyD
Angela Fogel, MS, LAT, ATC
Angela Fogel earned a bachelor’s degree in education from California University of Pennsylvania in 2011 and a master’s degree in athletic training from Bloomsburg University in 2014. Prior to working at Ambridge Area High School, Angela worked as a rehab aide at the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute. She has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2015.
Amanda Miller, MS, LAT, ATC
Amanda Miller has been with Ambridge Area High School and UPMC Sports Medicine since 2008. She graduated from California University of Pennsylvania in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in athletic training sports medicine and in 2008 with a master’s degree in athletic training. In 2011, Amanda interned with the Pittsburgh Steelers as an athletic trainer.
Physician: Eric J. Anish, MD
Neuropsychologist: Michael W. Collins, PhD
Jessica Falvo, LAT, ATC
Jessica Falvo received bachelor’s degrees from Clarion University and California University of Pennsylvania, and a master’s degree from Westminster College. She has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2014. Previously, she provided health care services to the Steel City FC for four seasons. Jessica is certified as a corrective exercise specialist. She is the team leader for the athletic training and development department, overseeing the athletic training staff at several high schools.
Physician: S. Joshua Szabo, M.D.
Neuropsychologist: Jonathan E. French, PsyD
Kelly Black, LAT, ATC
Kelly Black received her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Slippery Rock University in May 2018. She has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Butler Area High School ever since.
Samantha Kaiser, LAT, ATC
Samantha Kaiser earned her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Duquesne University in 2011, as well as a health and PE teaching certification from Edinboro University in 2013. Prior to joining Butler’s team, she served as an athletic trainer and teacher at Freedom High School in Virginia and as an athletic trainer for Erie Premier Sports for eight years.
Leigh-Ann Liberto, LAT, ATC
Leigh-Ann has been working at UPMC Sports Medicine and Butler High School since 2019. She graduated from Slippery Rock University with a bachelor’s degree in athletic training. Leigh-Ann has special interests in strength and conditioning, as well as rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries.
Physician: Eric J. Anish, MD
Neuropsychologist: Alicia Morgan Trbovich, PhD
Gaetano “Guy” Sanchioli, MS, LAT, ATC, PES
Guy Sanchioli has been working as an athletic trainer at UPMC Sports Medicine since 1993. He received a bachelor’s degree in sports medicine at Mount Union College and a master’s degree in kinesiology from Pennsylvania State University. He previously provided athletic training services for Penn State Ice Hockey, Duquesne High School, and Keystone Oaks High School.
Physician: Nick Stefanovski, MD
Ryan Ratkovsky, MS, LAT, ATC, PES
Ryan has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Erie Cathedral Prep since 2009. He earned a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Mercyhurst University. In 2009, he received his master’s degree in exercise science, with a concentration in performance enhancement and injury prevention, from California University of Pennsylvania.
Physician: Albert Lin, MD
Neuropsychologist: Michael W. Collins, PhD
Regis Visconti, MS, LAT, ATC
Regis Visconti has a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from California University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree in advanced clinical practice athletic training from East Stroudsburg University. He is certified in several areas, including athletic training, performance enhancement, and emergency medical treatment. Regis has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2014. He previously worked at East Stroudsburg University and University Orthopedic Center in State College, PA. As an Athletic Trainer II, Regis oversees the Departmental Orientation and Mentoring Committee.
Physician: Stephen Joseph Rabuck, MD
Neuropsychologist: Jonathan E. French, PsyD
Brandon Karabinos, MS, LAT, ATC, PES
Brandon Karabinos received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training and exercise science from Waynesburg University, followed by his master’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania. He has served as the athletic trainer for the Clairton Bears since 2015. Brandon’s experience includes providing supplemental health care for the Pittsburgh Steelers, junior ice hockey, Washington and Jefferson College, and Waynesburg University athletics. As an Athletic Trainer II, Brandon presently oversees the Student Aide Workshop and has worked with the Athletic Training Department Orientation/Mentoring Committee.
Physician: Michael McClincy, MD
Neuropsychologist: Vanessa Fazio Sumrok, PhD
Matthew Deavers, LAT, ATC
Matthew Deavers has a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Bridgewater College. He previously served as the head athletic trainer at Union High School for two years and has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2017. Matthew is certified in functional movement screenings.
Physician: Jeanne M. Doperak, DO
Neuropsychologist: Vanessa Fazio Sumrok, PhD
Lara Doescher, MEd, LAT, ATC
Lara has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2019. Prior to joining UPMC, she spent four years at Central Methodist University in Missouri. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Washburn University and a master’s from Central Methodist University. Lara is certified in dry needling and therapeutic cupping.
Physician: Stephen Joseph Rabuck, MD
Neuropsychologist: Vanessa Fazio Sumrok, PhD
Jordyn Cunningham, LAT, ATC
Jordyn has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and East Allegheny High School since 2018. She earned a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from California University of Pennsylvania and is presently completing her master’s degree at the University of Pittsburgh. Jordyn enjoys playing softball in her free time.
Leigh Keller, LAT, ATC
Leigh Keller received a bachelor’s degree in biology from Saint Vincent College and studied athletic training at California University of Pennsylvania. She has been with East Allegheny High School, and with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2004. In total, Leigh has more than twenty years of experience in athletic training at both high school and junior college levels.
Physician: Bryson Patrick Lesniak, MD
Neuropsychologist: Nathan E. Kegel, PhD
Tiffany McDowell, LAT, ATC
Tiffany McDowell received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training at Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2002. She has been with the Ellis School since 2012 and with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2003.
Physician: Bryson Patrick Lesniak, MD
Neuropsychologist: Natalie Sandel Sherry, PsyD
Rebecca Ricci, MS, LAT, ATC
Becca has been working for UPMC Sports Medicine since 2018, but she has been working at Fort Cherry High School since 2009. She earned a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Slippery Rock University and a master’s degree in family and consumer science, with an emphasis in nutrition, from New Mexico State University. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her four sons.
Physician: Nick Stefanovski, MD
Bob Barton, LAT, ATC
Bob has been at Fort LeBoeuf High School since 1992 and with UPMC Sports Medicine since 1995. Bob earned his bachelor’s degree in exercise and sports science from Penn State University. He holds a Teacher Certification in Health and Physical Education. In his free time, he enjoys fishing.
Physician: Melissa L. McLane, DO
Neuropsychologist: Nathan E. Kegel, PhD
Alexandra Rawding, MS, LAT, ATC
Alexandra has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2019. She earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Mercyhurst University. Prior to joining UPMC, she worked at Seton Hill University. Alexandra is certified in the Graston Technique.
Physician: Jeanne M. Doperak, DO
Neuropsychologist: Alicia Morgan Trbovich, PhD
Barbara Marschik, LAT, ATC
Barbara Marschik received her bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation sciences with a concentration in athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh. She is a Greensburg Salem alumna and has been an athletic trainer for the Golden Lions since 2016.
Mike States, MS, LAT, ATC
Mike States received his bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation sciences with a concentration in athletic training, as well as his master's degree in rehabilitation with a concentration in sports medicine, from the University of Pittsburgh. Mike has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2007 and has been working with Greensburg Salem since 2009. Mike is a team leader for the athletic training and development department, overseeing the athletic training staff at several high schools.
Physician: Nick Stefanovski, MD
Sharon Dressler, LAT, ATC
Sharon has been working for UPMC Sports Medicine since 2009 and has been the athletic trainer at Harbor Creek High School since 2016. Sharon has over 25 years of experience as an athletic trainer working at various high schools and colleges in the surrounding Erie area.
Physician: Nick Stefanovski, MD
Derek Hornaman, MS, LAT, ATC
Derek has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2009. He received his bachelor’s degree from Mercyhurst University and a master’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania. Prior to working at Iroquois High School, he worked at Strong Vincent High School and Erie High School.
Physician: Aaron V Mares, MD
Neuropsychologist: Natalie Sandel Sherry, PsyD
Joshua Reedy, LAT, ATC
Joshua received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Slippery Rock University and has been with UPMC since 2015. He consistently works alongside a physical therapist at the Center for Rehab Services in Greentree and previously worked for Titusville and Butler High Schools.
Monique Testa, MS, LAT, ATC, PES
Monique has a bachelor’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh in health and rehabilitation services and sports medicine. She has been with Keystone Oaks and UPMC Sports Medicine since 2013. Monique is a licensed athletic trainer, performance enhancement specialist, and CrossFit level one trainer.
Physician: Corey A. Pacek, MD
Neuropsychologist: Vanessa Fazio Sumrok, PhD
John Geist, LAT, ATC
John Geist has more than thirty years of experiencein athletic training. He graduated from Slippery Rock University in 1989 with a bachelor of science degree in physical education teaching and athletic training. His special interests include concussion, biomechanics, and hydration. John has worked at the Steelers training camp since 2004 and previously spent time with the Scotland and Wales National Rugby Teams.
Sarah Musher, LAT, ATC
Sarah has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2008. She graduated from Duquesne University with a bachelor’s degree in athletic training. She earned a master’s degree in exercise science from California University of Pennsylvania. Prior to joining Knoch High School, she worked at North Allegheny High School. Sarah is a Team Leader for the athletic training and development department, overseeing the athletic training staff at several high schools.
Physician: Anna M. Dumont, DO
Neuropsychologist: Natalie Sandel Sherry, PsyD
Ben Colwell, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS
Ben received his bachelor’s degree in sports medicine with a concentration in athletic training from Mercyhurst University in 2003 followed by his master’s degree from West Virginia University in 2005. He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist as well as a licensed health and physical education teacher. Ben’s work previously includes serving as an athletic trainer at the high school level in Virginia for nine years as well as teaching health and physical education. He joined UPMC Sports Medicine in 2015 and has been with Mars Area High ever since.
Erin Zedreck LAT, ATC
Erin received her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Slippery Rock University in 2009 and shortly after began working for UPMC Sports Medicine and the Mars Area School District. As an athletic trainer II, Erin oversees the athletic training department staff education and journal club committee.
Physician: Stephen Joseph Rabuck, MD
Neuropsychologist: Alicia Morgan Trbovich, PhD
Rachel Arovits, LAT, ATC
Rachel completed her bachelor’s degree in athletic training at Slippery Rock University in 2018 and has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and McKeesport High School ever since. Rachel has also completed an internship with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Brian Moore, MS, LAT, ATC, LPN
Brian Moore’s bachelor’s and master’s degrees are from California University of Pennsylvania. He has more than thirty years of experience in athletic training at both the high school and collegiate levels. He has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2007 and previously worked for several high schools, Haverford College, and the Washington Wild Things. Brian is a U.S. Army Veteran of Operation Desert Storm.
Physician: Robert D. McGann, DO
Neuropsychologist: Jonathan E. French, PsyD
Patrick Miller, MEd, LAT, ATC
Patrick Miller has worked as a certified and licensed athletic trainer in high school and college athletics since 1996. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in both allied health and athletic training from Slippery Rock University and a MEd in exercise science and biomechanics from Auburn University. He has been with Mohawk Area School District since 2006.
Physicians: Freddie H. Fu, MD, Volker Musahl, MD, and Anne Marie Zeller, DO
Neuropsychologist: Michael W. Collins, PhD
Sarah Corso LAT, MS ATC, PES
Sarah has been a certified athletic trainer since 2014. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh and her master’s degree in athletic training from California Unviersity of Pennsylvania. When she is not on the sidelines for the Blue Devils, Sarah is responsible for volunteer recruitment, orientation, and providing on site healthcare for numerous sporting events sponsored by UPMC Sports Medicine.
Joe McShane, MS, LAT, ATC
Joe has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2012. He received his bachelor's degree in athletic training from Penn State and a master’s degree in athletic training from California University of Pennsylvania. Prior to joining Mt. Lebanon High School, Joe worked at Greater Latrobe High School and Norwin High School, and he served as the Concussion Outreach Coordinator for UPMC Sports Medicine. Joe has also completed internships with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Buffalo Bills, and Erie Otters.
Dan Stechly ATC, MT
Dan earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Duquesne University in 2000. He has been working with Mt. Lebanon High School since 2003 and has been an integral component to the girls basketball program.
Physician: Robert D. McGann, DO
Neuropsychologist: Jonathan E. French, PsyD
Barbara Kennard, MS, LAT, ATC
Barbara Kennard has been with Neshannock Township Senior High School since 1993. She received her bachelor’s degree in allied health, with an emphasis in athletic training, from Slippery Rock University. Barbara also received her master’s degree in exercise science from Slippery Rock. She has been with UPMC Sports Medicine for many years.
Physician: Kelley A. Anderson, DO
Neuropsychologist: Jonathan E. French, PsyD
Nicholas Henry, MS, LAT, ATC, PES
Nicholas Henry earned his bachelor’s degree from the school of health and rehabilitation sciences at the University of Pittsburgh in 2011. He also has a master’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania. Since 2017, Nicholas has been the head athletic trainer at New Brighton High School. He joined UPMC Sports Medicine in 2012. Prior to serving in this position, Nick worked closely with the University of Pittsburgh football team and the Pittsburgh Thunderbirds Ultimate Disc Team.
Physician: Carola F. van Eck, MD, PhD
Neuropsychologist: Nathan E. Kegel, PhD
Tabitha Ryan, MS, LAT, ATC
Tabitha has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2012 and North Allegheny High School since 2014. She received her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh—Bradford and her master’s degree in exercise science from California University of Pennsylvania. Prior to joining North Allegheny School District, she worked with UPMC Centers for Rehab Services.
William Love, LAT, ATC, CSCS
William Love has been with North Allegheny School District since 2001 and UPMC Sports Medicine since 2005. He earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Duquesne University and his teaching degree in health and physical education from Slippery Rock University. Bill serves as a health and physical education teacher at North Allegheny Intermediate High School.
Scott Frowen, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS
Scott has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2003 and North Allegheny School District since 2004. He earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh and his master’s degree in athletic training from the University of Florida. Prior to joining UPMC, Scott worked for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Washington Wild Things, and Saint Vincent College. Scott is a Team Leader in the Athletic Training and Development Department and oversees staff at several high schools.
Abigail Szymanski, LAT, ATC
Abby has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and North Allegheny High School since 2019. She earned a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Ohio University. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and watching the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Physician: Nick Stefanovski, MD
Erin Terry, MS, LAT, ATC
Erin has been working for UPMC Sports Medicine and North East High School since 2002. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Penn State University and a master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh. Erin is the Team Leader for the UPMC Hamot region.
Physician: Albert Lin, MD
Neuropsychologist: Michael W. Collins, PhD
Katie Phillips, LAT, ATC
Katie Phillips attended West Chester University where she earned bachelor’s degrees in health and physical education, as well as athletic training. In 2015, Katie had the opportunity to intern for the Pittsburgh Steelers. She has been working for UPMC since 2014.
Physician: Eric J. Anish, MD
Neuropsychologist: Jonathan E. French, PsyD
Alyssa Vanasco, LAT, ATC
Alyssa has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2019. She earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh in athletic training. Prior to joining UPMC, she completed an internship with the Detroit Tigers AA affiliate Erie SeaWolves. In her free time, she enjoys painting and hiking.
Physicians: David P. Fowler, MD and Daniel R. Lueders, MD
Neuropsychologist: Vanessa Fazio Sumrok, PhD
Maureen Loyer, MS, LAT, ATC
Maureen Loyer received a bachelor’s degree in education from California University of Pennsylvania and her master’s degree in exercise science and adult fitness from Bloomsburg University. She has worked for the Penn Hills School District since 2013 and for UPMC since 2007. Previously, Maureen served as the assistant athletic trainer and advisor to the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee at Keuka College.
Vincent Pampena, MS, LAT, ATC
Vincent received a master’s degree in exercise science and health promotion from California University of Pennsylvania. Vincent Pampena, a Penn Hills alum, has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2017. Prior to this position, he worked for California University of Pennsylvania’s football, men’s soccer, and baseball teams, and East Suburban Sports Medicine Center.
Amber Williams, LAT, ATC
Amber Williams received a bachelor’s of science degree in athletic training from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She has been with Penn Hills School District since 2017 and with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2015.
Physician: Eric J. Anish, MD
Neuropsychologist: Michael W. Collins, PhD
Mike Koyack, LAT, ATC, PES
Mike Koyack received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Duquesne University and is certified in emergency care. He has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2008. Previously, Mike interned with the Pittsburgh Steelers. As an Athletic Trainer II, Mike oversees the Staff Engagement Committee for Athletic Training and Development.
Physician: Robert L. Waltrip, MD and Thomas S. Muzzonigro, MD
Neuropsychologist: Natalie Sandel Sherry, PsyD
Colin Ketchel, LAT, ATC
Colin Ketchel has been working for UPMC Sports Medicine and Pine-Richland High School since 2019. He received his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Duquesne University. In his free time, he enjoys watching all Pittsburgh sports teams and reading about history.
Javan Ring LAT, ATC, MS, PES
Javan Ring has been with the Pine-Richland School District since 2016. He has a bachelor of science degree in athletic training from Duquesne University and a master of science degree in athletic training from West Virginia University. His past experience includes interning for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Matt Tinkey LAT, ATC, PES
JMatt Tinkey earned his bachelor’s degree in sports medicine at Waynesburg University and his master’s degree in exercise science from California University of Pennsylvania. Matt previously worked for the Steelers and the USA Cycling Junior Olympics ID Program. He has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2008.
Tiara Travis, LAT, ATC, EMT-B
Tiara Travis graduated from California University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor’s degree in athletic training. She has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Pine-Richland High School since 2019.
Physician: Aaron V. Mares, MD
Neuropsychologist: Natalie Sandel Sherry, PsyD
Thamar Perry, MS, LAT, ATC, PES
Thamar received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from California University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree in sports medicine from the University of Pittsburgh. She has been with Ringgold and UPMC Sports Medicine since 2014. In her spare time, Thamar works as a medical volunteer for the Special Olympics.
Brandon McClendon, MS, LAT, ATC, PEC, SCS
Brandon has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2009 and with Ringgold High School since 2014. He received his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Huntington College and a master’s degree in athletic training from California University of Pennsylvania. Prior to joining Ringgold High School, he worked with the Pittsburgh Power Arena Football team. Brandon has also completed two NFL internships, with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals, and has worked at Steel Valley High School. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his daughters..
Physician: James P. Bradley, MD
Neuropsychologist: Vanessa Fazio Sumrok, PhD
Olivia Krock, MS, LAT, ATC
Olivia has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2019. She earned her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Wheeling Jesuit University and a master’s in athletic training from West Virginia Wesleyan College. Prior to joining UPMC, she worked at Davis & Elkins College in West Virginia. In her free time she enjoys sailing, traveling, and dogs.
Physician: Kelley A. Anderson, DO
Neuropsychologist: Jonathan E. French, PsyD
Tyler Heydorn, MS, LAT, ATC
Tyler Heydorn has a bachelor’s degree in natural science from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree in clinical athletic training from Bloomsburg University. He has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Rochester High School since 2017.
Physician: Nick Stefanovski, MD
Angela M. Meeder, MS, LAT, ATC, PES
Angela has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2016. Prior to joining UPMC Sports Medicine, she worked at Penn State Behrend. Angela has also worked with USA Cycling at the United States Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. She received her Bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh – Bradford and her master’s in exercise physiology from Ithaca College.
Physician: Albert Lin, MD
Neuropsychologist: Nathan E. Kegel, PhD
Cara DeSalvo, MSEd, LAT, ATC
Cara DeSalvo received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training and a master’s degree in secondary science education from Duquesne University. In addition to providing healthcare to Serra Catholic student athletes, she also teaches biology and anatomy. Cara has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2003.
Physicians: James P. Bradley, MD and Ted C. Schaffer, MD
Neuropsychologist: Vanessa Fazio Sumrok, PhD
Kyle Patrick, MS, LAT, ATC
Kyle received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training and sports medicine from Bowling Green State University. He also received a master’s degree in sports commerce from the University of Memphis. Prior to joining UPMC, Kyle worked as the head athletic trainer at Steubenville High School.
Donna Rife, LAT, ATC
Donna earned her bachelor of health science degree in athletic training at Slippery Rock University in 1990. She is a member of the UPMC Sports Medicine athletic training department’s program development committee and is Race for the Cure medical coordinator; she assists with the Pittsburgh Marathon committee as well. Donna has worked for UPMC Sports Medicine since 1995.
Erin Seiner, MS, LAT, ATC
Erin has been with Shaler Area High School since 2018 and with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2017. Prior to her position at Shaler, she worked at Thiel College. Erin earned her bachelor’s degree in health sciences from Duquesne University and her master’s in athletic training from Daemen College.
Physician: Kelley A. Anderson, DO
Neuropsychologist: Alicia Morgan Trbovich, PhD
Virginia Tinkey, MS, LAT, ATC, PES, CES
Virginia has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2018. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in athletic training from California University of Pennsylvania. She is also certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Corrective Exercise Specialist and Performance Enhancement Specialist. Prior to joining South Allegheny High School, she worked at Uniontown Area High School and St. Vincent College.
Physician: Bryson Patrick Lesniak, MD
Neuropsychologist: Natalie Sandel Sherry, PsyD
Devin Kielur, LAT, ATC
Devin has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and South Fayette High School since 2019. He received his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Slippery Rock University. Devin is presently working on his doctorate in athletic training at Indiana State University. Prior to joining UPMC Sports Medicine, he worked at Waynesburg Central High School and Charles University in Prague, Czechoslovakia. Devin has special research interests in manual therapy and complimentary health.
Larissa Symington, MS, LAT, ATC
Larissa received her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Cedarville University. Previously she has worked with the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program assisting with studies funded by the NCAA, NFL, NIH, General Electric, and the United States Department of Defense. Larissa began working with South Fayette High School in 2015 and has provided special event athletic training services through UPMC for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.
Physician: Jeanne M. Doperak, DO
Neuropsychologist: Natalie Sandel Sherry, PsyD
Julie Atherton, MS, LAT, ATC
Julie Atherton received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from California University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree in applied physiology and kinesiology from the University of Florida. She has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2009. Prior to working for UPMC and South Park High School, Julie interned for the University of Florida’s cross country and track and field teams. As an Athletic Trainer II, Julie oversees the Staff Seminar/Career Day Committee.
Adam Nelson, MS, LAT, ATC
Adam Nelson received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Slippery Rock University, as well as a master’s degree in athletic training from A.T Still University. He previously worked for the College of William & Mary and has been with UPMC since 2013. His special interests include posture and functional movement and running mechanics.
Physicians: James P. Bradley, MD
Neuropsychologist: Vanessa Fazio Sumrok, PhD
Maggie Sturgill, MS, LAT, ATC, CES, PES
Maggie Sturgill has a bachelor’s degree in athletic training and a master’s degree in exercise science from California University of Pennsylvania. She previously worked as a rehabilitation specialist in a physical therapy clinic and has been with UPMC since 2017.
Physician: Eric J. Anish, MD
Neuropsychologist: Michael W. Collins, PhD
Brandon Mazza, LAT, ATC, PES, NASM
Brandon Mazza has worked for UPMC Sports Medicine and Taylor Allderdice High School since 2008. He received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Duquesne University and has special interests in mobilization and manual therapy. Brendan has also been working with the Pittsburgh Penguins since 2009.
Physicians: Volker Musahl, MD and Joel Douglas Himes, DO
Neuropsychologist: Nathan E. Kegel, PhD
Dylan Nessenson, MS, LAT, ATC
Dylan has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2019. He earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s degree from East Stroudsburg University.
Sarah Papapietro, MS, LAT, ATC
Sarah Papapietro received a degree in athletic training from the University of New England and a master’s degree in sports medicine from the University of Pittsburgh. She formerly served as a coach for Soccer Shots Franchising and has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2016. Sarah has a special interest in eating disorders and proper nutrition for athletes.
Physician: Nick Stefanovski, MD
Kayleigh Wagner, LAT, ATC
Kayleigh has been working for UPMC Sports Medicine since 2016. She earned her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Duquesne University.
Physician: Melissa L. McLane, DO
Neuropsychologist: Nathan E. Kegel, PhD
Michael Hill, MS, LAT, ATC
Mike has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Vincentian Academy since 2019. He earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Slippery Rock University and his master’s in athletic training from West Virginia University. Prior to joining UPMC and Vincentian Academy, he worked at Albert Gallatin High School and Everett High School. Mike is certified in the Graston Technique.
Physician: Bryson Patrick Lesniak, MD
Neuropsychologist: Natalie Sandel Sherry, PsyD
Peter Houdek, MS, LAT, ATC, CES
Peter received his bachelor’s degree from Duquesne University and a master’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania. He has worked for West Allegheny High School and UPMC Sports Medicine since 2016. Peter previously worked for the Los Angeles Dodgers and has special interests in manual therapy and instrumental assisted soft tissue mobilization.
Amy Robinson, MS, LAT, ATC
Amy Robinson received a bachelor’s degree in sports medicine from Marietta College and a master’s degree in athletic training from Marshall University. She previously worked as an athletic trainer for the Special Olympics, the PFX Pro Fast Tour, and the Pittsburgh Marathon. Amy has special interests in concussion and mental health. She has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2010. She is a team leader for the athletic training and development department, overseeing the athletic training staff at several high schools.
Physicians: Volker Musahl, MD and Jeanne M. Doperak, DO
Neuropsychologist: Alicia Morgan Trbovich, PhD
Kristen Moore, MAT, LAT, ATC
Kristen has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2019. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Gannon University.
Ron Ross, LAT, ATC
Ron Ross received a bachelor’s degree in education and athletic training from California University of Pennsylvania. He has worked for West Mifflin High School since 1993. Ron has also worked for Bethel Park High School and the Detroit Tigers Minor League System and is a PIAA and NCAA baseball umpire.
Physician: Eric J. Anish, MD
Neuropsychologist: Alicia Morgan Trbovich, PhD
Anthony Bricker, MS, LAT, ATC, NASM-CES
Anthony has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Westinghouse High School since 2019. He earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Presentation College and a master’s degree in human movement science and sports nutrition from Concordia University.
Physician: Bryson Patrick Lesniak, MD
Neuropsychologist: Nathan E. Kegel, PhD
Heather Kinney, MS, LAT, ATC, PES, CES
Heather Kinney received a bachelor’s degree in athletic training and a master’s degree in exercise and health promotion from California University of Pennsylvania. She previously worked at Keystone Oaks High School and Thomas Jefferson High School. Heather has worked for UPMC Sports Medicine since 2010. She is a team leader for the athletic training and development department, overseeing the athletic training staff at several high schools in the southeast region.
Physician: Melissa L. McLane, DO
Neuropsychologist: Alicia Morgan Trbovich, PhD
Maria Yeater, MS, LAT, ATC
Maria has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Carlow University since 2001. She earned her bachelor’s degree in sports medicine from California University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree in exercise science from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
Jennifer McKenzie, MSEd, LAT, ATC
Jenn has been working for UPMC Sports Medicine since 2007. She joined the athletic training staff at Carlow University in 2017. Prior to joining Carlow University, she worked at Duquesne University and Radford University. She earned her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Slippery Rock University and a master’s in athletic training from Old Dominion University.
Physicians: Kelley A. Anderson, DO and Bryson Patrick Lesniak, MD
Neuropsychologist: Jonathan E. French, PsyD
Adam May, MS, LAT, ATC
Adam has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Carnegie Mellon University since 2008. He earned a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Slippery Rock University and a master’s in kinesiology from the University of North Texas.
Sal Vallejo, MS, LAT, ATC
Sal has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Carnegie Mellon University since 2017. He earned his bachelor’s degree from San Diego State University and a master’s degree from Purdue University. Prior to joining CMU, Sal worked at Purdue University and the University of Notre Dame. He has also spent time with the USA Women’s National Volleyball Team and the San Diego Chargers.
Physician: Joel Douglas Himes, DO
Neuropsychologist: Alicia Morgan Trbovich, PhD
Rebecca Kayda, MEd, LAT, ATC
Rebecca earned her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s in athletic administration from Millersville University. Rebecca is completing her PhD in Higher Education Administration at Liberty University. She has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Chatham University since 2016. Prior to joining UPMC, she spent time with the Philadelphia Soul of the Arena Football League. She enjoys learning about the psychology of injury and return to play, as well as student-athlete retention factors.
Ryan Wockley, MS, LAT, ATC, CES
Ryan has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Chatham University since 2016. He earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Waynesburg University and a master’s degree in exercise science from California University of Pennsylvania. Prior to joining Chatham University, he worked at Thiel College. Ryan enjoys researching hockey and lacrosse equipment removal techniques.
Physicians: Eric J. Anish, MD and Albert Lin, MD
Neuropsychologist: Michael W. Collins, PhD
Ricky Wheeler, LAT, ATC
Ricky has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2011 and Duquesne University since 2018. He earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Oklahoma State University. Prior to joining Duquesne University, Ricky worked at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg. Ricky is a Team Leader for the Athletic Training and Development Department overseeing staff at several local colleges.
Nicole Davis, MAT, LAT, ATC, PES
Nicole earned a bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Chatham University and a master’s in athletic training from Gannon University. She has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2018. Prior to joining Duquesne University, Nicole worked at Penn State University Greater Allegheny. She also spent time with the Erie Otters and Detroit Tigers AA affiliate Erie Seawolves. Her research interests include strength and conditioning.
Physician: Melissa L. McLane, DO
Neuropsychologist: Nathan E. Kegel, PhD
Natasha Lista, MS, LAT, ATC
Natasha has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and La Roche University since 2012. She received her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s in sports medicine from the University of Pittsburgh. In her free time, she enjoys traveling.
Lorenzo Sellitto, LAT, ATC
Lorenzo earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh. He has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and La Roche University since 2016. He is a member of the Athletic Training and Development Orientation and Mentoring Committee. Lorenzo enjoys researching dermatology conditions, as well as the shoulder and elbow. In his free time, he enjoys trying new foods and cars.
Physicians: Kelley A. Anderson, DO, Freddie H. Fu, MD, and MaCalus V. Hogan, MD
Neuropsychologist: Jonathan E. French, PsyD
Whitney Rowley, MS, LAT, ATC, CES, CSS
Whitney has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Point Park University since 2016. She earned a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s degree in exercise science and health promotion from California University of Pennsylvania. Whitney has also worked for USA Basketball. In her free time, Whitney enjoys training for triathlons, skiing, open water swimming, and learning about dance medicine.
Kristen Baker, LAT, ATC
Kristin earned her bachelor’s degree in secondary health and physical education, with a concentration in athletic training, from Baldwin Wallace University. She has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Point Park University since 2007. Prior to joining UPMC, she worked at Baldwin Wallace College, Mansfield Senior High School, and the Youngstown Phantoms. In her free time, she enjoys raising AKC Labrador Retrievers, scrapbooking, and card making.
Adam Brown, MS, LAT, ATC
Adam has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Point Park University since 2012. He earned his bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Baldwin Wallace University and a master’s in athletic training from Shenandoah University. In his free time, he enjoys competing in marathons and triathlons.
Physicians: Timothy W. Dancy, MD, David R. Espinoza, MD, Joel Douglas Himes, DO, and Carola F. van Eck, MD, PhD
Neuropsychologist: Michael W. Collins, PhD
Hannah Marsters, MS, LAT, ATC
Hannah has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Robert Morris University since 2019. She received her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s in athletic training from East Stroudsburg University. Hannah enjoys hockey and educating athletic training students.
Victor Bauer, MS, LAT, ATC
Vic Bauer has been with UPMC Sports Medicine and Robert Morris University since 2018. He received his bachelor’s degree from Mercyhurst College and a master’s from California University of Pennsylvania. Prior to joining UPMC and RMU, Vic worked at Duquesne University and North Hills High School. He is certified in Graston Technique Therapy. In his free time, he enjoys hiking and partaking in marathons and ironman triathlons.
Samuel Cervantes, MS, LAT, ATC
Sam has been with Robert Morris University and UPMC Sports Medicine since 2019. He received his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, specializing in athletic training, from San Diego State University and a master’s in sports health care from A. T. Still University. Sam has worked for numerous colleges and professional teams including Boston College, California University of Pennsylvania, Boston Renegades Women’s Football Team, and Pennsylvania Rebellion Women’s Softball Team. Professionally, he enjoys researching movement dysfunction and correction in assessing and preventing injuries, specifically the ACL and overhead movements. In his free time, Sam is an avid runner and triathlete.
Physician: Jeanne M. Doperak, DO
Neuropsychologist: Alicia Morgan Trbovich, PhD
Karen Andreycak, LAT, ATC
Karen has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 1998. She joined the athletic training staff of Saint Vincent College in 2019. Prior to joining Saint Vincent College, she spent over twenty years at Derry Area High/Middle Schools. Karen received her bachelor’s degree from Duquesne University. She enjoys hiking, camping, and biking in her free time.
Jodi Lohr, MS, LAT, ATC, PES
Jodi has been working at Saint Vincent College since 2004 and UPMC Sports Medicine since 2018. She earned a bachelor’s degree in health and health sciences, with a specialization in athletic training, from Slippery Rock University and a master’s in kinesiology, specializing in athletic training, from Indiana University. Prior to joining Saint Vincent College, she worked at Bloomington North High School.
Ben Varilek, MS, LAT, ATC
Ben has been working at Saint Vincent College since 2010 and UPMC Sports Medicine since 2018. He received his bachelor’s degree in exercise science, with an emphasis in athletic training, from the University of Nebraska at Kearney and a master’s in applied exercise science from Oklahoma State University. Prior to joining Saint Vincent College, he worked at Langston University.
Becky Pizer, MS, LAT, ATC, CES
Becky has been with UPMC Sports Medicine since 2018 and with Saint Vincent College since 2000. Becky earned her bachelor’s degree in health and health science, with a specialization in athletic training, from Slippery Rock University and a master’s in rehabilitative science from California University of Pennsylvania. She has a professional research interest in mental health in athletics. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and fishing.
Physician: Bryan P. Hooks, DO
Neuropsychologist: Vanessa Fazio Sumrok, PhD
Connor Warren, MS, LAT, ATC
Connor has been working for UPMC Sports Medicine since 2018. He has been a member of Thiel College’s athletic training staff since 2016. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Slippery Rock University and a master’s in exercise science from California University of Pennsylvania. Connor enjoys learning new rehabilitation techniques to assist his athletes and working out in his free time.
Spencer Daddario, MS, LAT, ATC
Spencer received his bachelor’s degree in exercise science form Walsh University and a master’s in athletic training from Youngstown State University. He joined Thiel College and UPMC Sports Medicine in 2019.