Faculty
Jerome F. Wall, MD, FACS
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Director of The SPORT Foundation
History: Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago, IL was lucky enough to have started out Dr. Wall's career in 1970. His residency was completed at Northwestern University in 1975 and since then Dr. Wall has become incredibly accomplished and recognized.
Highlights: Knee, Sports Medicine. Founder of The SPORT Foundation in 1981. This foundation has run 25 All-Star Football Classics and 20 sports medicine seminars” Practical Applications in Sports Medicine"
Jim Clover, MEd, ATC, PTA
Coordinator The SPORT Clinic, Foundation, Practical Application in Sports Medicine, & Inland Empire All-Star Football Classic.
Instructor – Sports Therapy & Fitness CTE & Cal State San Bernardino, Author “Sports Medicine Essentials” Inventor The Trainer’s Angel, Owner Clover Enterprise Inc
Jim Winn, MEd, ATC, PTACourse Administrator – Athletic Trainer, The SPORT Clinic, Instructor Riverside County Office of Education & Riverside Community College |
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Thomas Jackson, MDOrthopedic Surgeon, Community Medical Group & The SPORT Clinic, Team Physician at Mt. San Jacinto College |
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Keolanui Chun, MDOrthopedic Surgeon, Community Medical Group & The SPORT Clinic |
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Greg Heinen, MDOrthopedic Surgeon, Community Medical Group & The SPORT Clinic, Team Physician, University of California, Riverside, California State San Bernardino, California Baptist University, Poly High School and Loyola High School. |
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Chris Fleming, MDOrthopedic Surgeon, Community Medical Group & The SPORT Clinic, Team Physician Riverside Community College |
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Brent d’Arc, MDOrthopedic Surgeon, Community Medical Group & The SPORT Clinic, Team Physician North High School |
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Brian Hild, MDOrthopedic Surgeon, Community Medical Group & The SPORT Clinic, and Team Physician at Corona High School. |
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Chris C. Marker, DOPain Management and Sports Medicine |
Guest Faculty
Russell Baker, MS, MS, ATC
Rusty is an Assistant Professor of Kinesiology, as well as the Clinical Director of the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program, at California Baptist University in Riverside, CA. Rusty received a BS in Human Sciences and an MS in Sports Management from Florida State University. He also received a MS in Kinesiology from California State University – Fullerton. Rusty has worked clinically as an athletic trainer at the high school, NAIA, and NCAA Division I level. He is also active in the athletic training profession, serving as the chair of the Far West Athletic Trainers’ Association History and Archives committee and as a member of the Far West Athletic Trainers’ Association Young Professionals Committee.
Rick Ball, Esq.
Rick has been a practicing trial lawyer for over 40 years, and for most of his career. He has specialized in sports injury litigation. For a number of years he represented various helmet manufacturers in catastrophic head and neck injury litigation nationwide. In 1987, he expanded his professional focus to include consulting and education pertaining to sports injury risk management and safety. He has been a friend of, and advocate for, the athletic training profession since 1979, having given numerous presentations at national, district and state meetings across the country since that time. In 1988 he became an official consultant to both the AzATA and the RMATA, and in 1989 he was named an Honorary Member of the NATA. In addition to advising the AzATA and RMATA in Legal and Business matters, he also works closely with the AzATA governmental affairs committee and lobbyist on legislative issues pertaining to the profession, and has consulted with several other state associations regarding legislative issues.
Rob Brandon, MPT, ATC, CKPT/I
Rob graduated from California State University, Hayward in 1992 with a BS in Kinesiology and became an ATC the same year. In 1995 he graduated from The University of Southern California, Department of BioKinesiology and Physical Therapy with a Masters in Physical Therapy. He worked at the University of Southern California Faculty Practice for two years as an Instructor, Clinical PT, and Center Clinical Coordinator for Education. There he treated patients with general and acute orthopedic, vestibular/balance, neurological and chronic pain conditions. In 1998, he returned to the San Francisco Bay Area, where he has been practicing at a PT-owned outpatient facility in Novato. Rob continues to advance his knowledge of the human body and ways to help it function better. He is well versed in the spine, foot, knee, and shoulder areas. He is a graduate of the 1999 Folsom Manual Therapy Course and has extensive continuing education and clinical experiences in other body areas. Rob was introduced to the Kinesio Taping Method and became a Certified Kinesio Taping Instructor in 2002. He has taught many courses to a variety of clinicians, including PT's, OT's, CMT's, Acupuncturists, and Chiropractors. In 2004, he was recognized as Kinesio Taping Instructor of the Year. Rob is Recognized by the NATABOC as an Approved Provider. He lectures internationally and is an instructor for Rob Brandon Seminars and the Kinesio Taping Association.
Adam C. Cady ATC, CSCS, CST
Adam is an Assistant Athletic Trainer at California Baptist University, as well as Adjunct Faculty for CBU’s Kinesiology Department. He started his medical career in 1999 as a combat medic in the United States Navy specializing as an Otorhinolaryngology surgical assistant. Adam received his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology, with a concentration in athletic training, in 2008 from California State University-Fullerton where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Prior to CBU Adam worked for the Competitive Athlete Training Zone in Anaheim and the renowned Steadman-Hawkins Orthopedic Clinic in Vail, Colorado. He has been a guest lecturer at the German Academy of Applied Sports Medicine and served as an International Scholar Laureate Medical Delegate in Australia in June of 2008
Regina Campbell, PT
Regina Campbell founded Performing Arts Physical Therapy, PC in 1996 to provide specialized care for performing artists. She has been a practicing physical therapist since 1982 and has concentrated her clinical practice in working with musicians since 1991. The focus of her practice is on the Mind-Body connection for musicians and its role in health and performance. Regina’s treatment techniques include utilizing myofascial release, massage, pain modalities, core strengthening, and peak performance training with musical instruments. She makes recommendations for musical instrument adaptation when necessary, and teaches stress management techniques. Regina is a regular guest lecturer on injury prevention and wellness strategies at a number of local music colleges and arts institutions. She also presents at international performing arts medicine conferences. She is on the Board of Directors of the Performing Arts Medicine Association and is Chair of its Regional Conference Committee.
John Caranci, Jr.,ATC, Lic.Emb, Lic FD
John received his certificate in athletic training at College of the Desert, and then attended California College of Mortuary Science. While at COD & CCMS, John worked part time at Wiefels Funeral Directors. After completing his apprenticeship, John received his Embalmers & Funeral Directors license. While working at Wiefels over the last 40 years John has worked closely with Riverside County Coroners Office doing investigations and post mortem examinations. John has volunteered as an athletic trainer at Palm Springs High School for over the past 40 years.
Michael Chisar, MPT, ATC, SCS, CSCS
Michael is an assistant professor at Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill, CA. He is also the program director of the Programs in Physical Education, which includes the sports medicine/athletic training program.
Michael is a certified athletic trainer, physical therapist and certified strength and conditioning specialist. He is also board certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties as a sports clinical specialist. Over the course of the last 20 years he has worked clinically as the head athletic trainer at every level from youth and high school to professional and Olympic. He is the author of several peer-reviewed articles and lectured internationally on a variety of sports medicine related topics. He is active in the athletic training profession as the chair of the Far West Athletic Trainer’s Association Governmental Affairs Committee, member of the NATA Governmental Affairs Committee and is currently the President of the California Community College Athletic Trainer’s Association.
Ellen Coleman MA, MPH, RD, CSSD
Is a registered dietitian and exercise physiologist in Riverside, California. She is the nutrition consultant for The SPORT Clinic and has consulted with the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers Basketball teams, Angels baseball team Kings and Ducks hockey team. Ellen is the author of two books (Bull Publishing) Eating for Endurance, 4th ed. (2003) and Ultimate Sports Nutrition, 2nd ed. (co-author, 2000) and. She has also authored three continuing education courses (Nutrition Dimension) for health professionals – Diet, Exercise, and Fitness, 7th ed. (2008), Cardiovascular Nutrition and Fitness, 6th ed. (2007), and Nutrition Quackery, 5th ed. (2007). She was the nutrition columnist for Sports Medicine Digest for over 20 years and lectures extensively on the dietary needs of athletes and active people. Ellen has a BS in Home Economics from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, a MPH in Nutrition from Loma Linda University, and a MA in Physical Education from the University of California at Davis. Ellen has completed numerous marathons and 200 mile bicycle races and is a two time finisher of the Hawaii Ironman triathlon. Ellen is a member of the American Dietetic Association (ADA), the Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition Practice Group (SCAN) of the ADA (serving as SCAN Chair for 2003-2004), and the American College of Sports Medicine. She received the 1994 SCAN achievement award and a 1995 California Dietetic Association award for excellence in private practice.
David Draper, PHD, ATC
Dr. David O. Draper, ATC, LAT, FNATA, is a Professor of Athletic Training at Brigham Young University. From 1988-92 he was the head athletic trainer at Illinois Wesleyan University and Assistant Professor at Illinois State University. His position has taken him to speaking engagements in China, Korea, Japan and Scotland. He has received many research awards including the William J. Clancy award, a Fellow of the NATA and The Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award by the NATA. He is co-author of a textbook: Therapeutic Modalities: The Art and Science, with Dr. Kenneth Knight. An avid cross-country skier, Draper has five children and 4 grandchildren
Jim Hooper
Education: Associate Degree - Fitness Specialist / Orange Coast College.
Certifications: National Strength and Conditioning Association / 1989. Whole Body Vibration (WBV) Specialist and Distributor. Bio-adaptive Learning Through Advanced Neuro Control Exercise (BALANCE)
Training Specialties: Comprehensive fitness manager and trainer. Gymnasium layout & Design
Bio: Has been involved with fitness industry since 1985. Professional beach volleyball backround assisted Jim's skills as a performance trainer. Now, a basketball coach for his twin daughters. Jim and his wife of 14 years, Kim, have two set's of twins.
Brad Jackson, MD
Bradley Jackson, M.D., is currently a resident in diagnostic radiology at the University of Arizona, in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Jackson received his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed his internship at White Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Jackson’s future plans include participating in an Interventional Radiology fellowship starting in 2011
Nicole MacDonald, DrPH, ATC, CSCS
Nicole is the Program Director of the Master of Science in Athletic Training program at California Baptist University. She is an Associate Professor of Kinesiology and received her doctoral degree in public health in Preventive Care at Loma Linda University. Nicole has completed research at the master’s and doctoral levels in fluid replacement, stress, and physical fitness in high stress careers. In addition, Nicole has provided counseling in medical weight loss and morbid obesity. Privately, Nicole has been a consultant in eating disorders, employee wellness, and weight and stress management.
Melody Mohebbi
CBU Athletic Training Student Class of 2011. Salford University (Greater Manchester), BSc Sports Rehabilitation
Melody received her BSc in Sports Rehabilitation from Salford University in England. She did her dissertation on “The relationship between Gluteus Medius/Maximius muscle strength and Trendelenburg sign” in 2007. She established a clinic in Manchester and worked for Manchester Magic Division 1 Basketball team in England. She moved to California in July 2009. She is currently attaining her Masters degree in Athletic Training from California Baptist University.
Cameron Moreland, MS CSCS NSCA-CPT
Cameron Moreland holds a Master's Degree in Kinesiology with a focus on Strength and Conditioning from Cal. State Fullerton. He is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. As a former professional BMX Freestyle rider of 9 years, Cameron has taken his passion and focused his research and training on Action Sports Athletes. Cameron is a Sale's Representative for OrthoXpress , as well as serves as the Director of Action Sports for Baller Athletics a non-profit organization
Tony Ontiveros, MA, ATC
Tony Ontiveros joined the UC Riverside Athletics Department as the head athletic trainer in the summer of 2003. He was appointed to his current position as Director of Sports Medicine in the Fall of 2006.
Mack D. Rubley, PhD, LAT, ATC, CSCS
Mack D. Rubley, PhD, LAT, ATC, CSCS*D is the Director of the University of Nevada Las Vegas Athletic Training Education Program, the Athletic Training Research Laboratory and is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences. Dr. Rubley has conducted research in the areas of therapeutic modalities and therapeutic exercise, in an attempt to increase the understanding of the physiological effects of athletic injury treatment and rehabilitation techniques. Dr. Rubley has co-authored several publications and conducted research presentations at the national and international level in the areas of modalities and rehabilitation techniques.
Keisha Russell, ATC
Head Athletic Trainer at Beaumont High School
Steven Sampson, DO
Dr. Steven Sampson graduated from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed his PM&R residency, as Chief Resident, at Saint Vincent Medical Center of Manhattan in New York. Most recently, Dr. Sampson created The Orthohealing Center in Los Angeles, CA providing state of the art non-surgical orthopaedic treatments. Dr Sampson is active in publishing literature and data on Orthobiologics including platelet rich plasma injection grafts under ultrasound guidance. Dr. Sampson recently formed The Orthobiologic Institute (TOBI) designed to advance research and training in the field of orthobiologics. Physicians from around the world regularly visit for education and training in state of the art orthopaedic healing techniques.
Lindsay Warren
CBU Athletic Training Student Class of 2011. USC 2008, BS Kinesiology
Lindsay received her BS in Kinesiology from the University of Southern California as a student-athlete. She completed an emphasis in Biomechanics and submitted research under the direction of Dr. Jill McNitt Grey entitled “The Effects of Body Displacement on Horizontal Ball Velocity During Water Polo Shooting” and “Kinematic Analysis and Comparison of Freestyle Flip Turn to Standing Squat in Elite Male Athletes”. She is currently attaining her Masters degree in Athletic Training from California Baptist University.
Alex Wong, MS, ATC
Alex joined the OSU Athletic Training Staff in 2006 after working at a Nevada high school and at Quinnipiac University. He is a graduate of both the University of New Hampshire and the University of Oregon and works out of the Steelwood Facility with Wrestling and Fencing. Additional responsibilities include management of the Athletic Training Injury Tracking Program, Physical Exam Coordinator, and Athletic Training Workshop Coordinator. Alex also serves on the NATA Career Center Project Team, GLATA Career Assistance Coordinator, CAATE Site Visitor and is an Approved Clinical Instructor in the OSU ATEP.
Extended Faculty
Pat Walsh, ATC
Assistant Athletic Trainer, Cal State San Bernardino
