University of Lynchburg's athletic training staff, as a part of the sports medicine team, is committed to providing comprehensive, state-of-the-art, quality healthcare services dedicated to the well-being of all student-athletes. This includes the education of student-athletes on health-related topics, and the prevention, assessment, management, and rehabilitation of athletic-related injuries and illness. Athletic trainers work under the direction and of and in collaboration with team physicians in providing care.
All staff athletic trainers are certified by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer and licensed by the Virginia Department of Health Professions. All staff hold a master's degree in athletic training or exercise science, as well as certification in CPR/AED for the professional rescuer. In addition, staff are members of several professional organizations including NATA and MAATA.
The staff is assisted by graduate students enrolled in Lynchburg's Master of Science in Athletic Training program. Students complete clinical rotation assignments with Lynchburg teams, and aid the staff in providing care to student-athletes while gaining hands-on experience to further their educations. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) through the 2027-2028 academic year. To find out more about the academic side, please visit the athletic training program's website.
University of Lynchburg's athletic training department provides services that are essential to the quality healthcare of student-athletes. The staff strives to serve as a trusted resource for student-athletes and coaches, and to collaborate with coaches and healthcare providers in order to optimize the health and performance of each individual student-athlete. Keep tabs on everything our department is up to by following us on Instagram!
Prior to participation in any team workout, tryout, practice or competition, all student-athletes must complete all components of the medical clearance process through the Sports Medicine department. This document contains all necessary forms and instructions.Â
Meet the Staff
Athletic Trainers
Caroline Wesley Siler, Assistant Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Wellness
Brittany Smith, Director of Athletic Training Services
Dane Bower, Assistant Athletic Trainer
Alexis Brown, Assistant Athletic Trainer
Taylor Fretwell, Assistant Athletic Trainer
Stephanie Keaton, Assistant Athletic Trainer
Sports Medicine Team
Dr. Susannah Lichtenstein - Team Physician
Dr. James Willson - Team Physician
Dr. Peter Caprise – Team Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Jeffrey Lowes – Chiropractor
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