Current Workplace:

Progressive Health – Injury prevention Specialist (HEB)

How long have you been in the field, and where did you complete your education?

I graduated from University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in 2020 and am currently finishing up my fourth year as a Licensed Athletic Trainer.

Why did you chose this profession?

I chose this profession because of the love I have for sports and for helping others. Athletic Training allows me to combine both passions every single day.

What skills do you think are most important for an AT to develop?

I believe it’s important to constantly refine your ability to identify injuries and improve your awareness of the situations that can occur within a specific sport or setting.

What is your favorite part of the job?

The satisfaction of knowing you made a positive impact on someone else’s life day in and day out.

What’s your mantra or favorite quote?

“People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” – Theodore Roosevelt

Who are some of your biggest influencers both personally and professionally?

I would definitely say my parents and my wife are some of my biggest motivators in my personal life. Their constant support pushes me to be better every day.

From a professional standpoint, Craig Skinner, Jim Lancaster, Steven Kraus, and Tom Mendez truly instilled the wisdom and knowledge that helped shape me into the professional I am today.

Do you have any advice for other ATs or students contemplating a career in Athletic Training?

To the students: When making a decision about your future career, make sure you have a strong passion for what you choose to pursue in healthcare. It isn’t always the most forgiving when it comes to personal life, but it is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding fields you can be a part of.