NATA Now

The January NATA News featured an article by the Transition to Practice Workgroup, detailing its findings in relation to helping athletic trainers successfully transition into the field of their employment. The article discussed various aspects of transitioning to practice and recommendations for the individual, employer and professional education program.

By Timothy Neal, MS, ATC, CCISM

By Chase Paulson, MS, ATC

Are you prepared to be a good host? No, I’m not talking about finger foods or beverages, but rather being prepared for when visitors arrive to your field or stadium with a mutual understanding of what is to come when the whistle blows. It is essential for the secondary school athletic trainer to communicate properly the nuances of their home site to any visitor to ensure a collaborative effort if, and when, emergencies arise.

By Amanda Donahue, MS, ATC

By Brian Murray, Go4Ellis

Each year, hundreds of NATA members and nonmembers give their time and effort to the association. Without their dedication, NATA could not be successful in everything we do. In 2017, more than 728 members and 36 nonmembers volunteered with NATA. Whether serving on a committee or helping with the NATA convention, NATA thanks all of it’s volunteers for sharing their talents. Read more about this year’s volunteers in the December NATA News.

This year more than 500 NATA members celebrated 25 years of being with the association, while 33 celebrated 50 years of membership. NATA would like to congratulate all of its members who are celebrating a special anniversary with the association as well as those who experienced significant milestones their own.

50 Years with NATA

Walter Barlow

Robert Barton

Bill Bean

Michael Bordner

Joseph Borysowski

Joseph Camillone

Donald Chu

Frederick Fahey

Jeffrey Fair

Masashi Fukumoto

The Athletic Training Education Journal (ATEJ) is taking applications from qualified individuals to serve on the Editorial Board and begin service in February 2018. The term of appointment is three years and may be renewed, with agreement between the Editor-in-Chief and the Senior Editorial Leadership Team. The application due date has been extended to Feb. 2, 2018. 

Position Description

On Nov. 1 the President’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis released its final report with recommendations to the President and Congress on actions to address the opioid epidemic.

Skin diseases are common among athletes for several reasons, including environmental factors, trauma to the skin, close quarters and sometimes questionable hygiene practices. Educate parents, coaches and student athletes about the three common types of skin diseases – fungal, viral and bacterial -  with the help of NATA’s latest infographic handout.