Leamor Kahanov, EdD, ATC, LAT, is the president of Notre Dame de Namur University. She previously served as provost of Alvernia University, Stockton University, and State University of New York (SUNY) at Oneonta and as dean of the College of Health Sciences and Education at Misericordia University. Kahanov has also served as the assistant dean of interprofessional education at Indiana State University and as the graduate and undergraduate athletic training program director at San Jose State University. She currently serves on the Professional Accreditation Council of the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Kahanov earned a bachelor's degree in exercise science and athletic training from Indiana University; a master's degree in exercise and sport sciences from the University of Arizona; and a doctorate in education, curriculum, and instruction from the University of San Francisco. She has authored or coauthored more than 90 articles published in peer-reviewed journals as well as 120 professional presentations. Ellen K. Payne, PhD, LAT, ATC, EMT, is an associate professor at Moravian University, teaching in the doctor of athletic training program, the master of science in athletic training (MSAT) program, and the undergraduate rehabilitation sciences program. At Moravian University, she serves as the director of clinical education for the MSAT program and as the director of the emergency medical technician (EMT) program. Her previous experience includes teaching athletic training at Radford University and serving as the clinical education coordinator at Marywood University. Prior to becoming an educator, Payne spent six years teaching high school and practicing as an athletic trainer in the San Francisco Bay Area. Clinically, she has worked with all levels of athletes, from youth sports to professional soccer. In the winter of 2019, she traveled to Spain with the U.S. Paralympic Alpine ski team to serve as their athletic trainer during World Cup racing. Payne is also an EMT with Bethlehem Township EMS and a member of the National Ski Patrol. Her research interests include prehospital emergency care, athletic training education, and concussion education. She has authored more than 50 articles and presentations. She currently serves as an assistant editor for Journal of Athletic Training - Education and Practice and is the Eastern Athletic Trainers' Association (EATA) secretary. Payne is a fellow of the National Academies of Practice.
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Clinical Foundations of Athletic Training and Sports Medicine, Second Edition, builds upon an undergraduate understanding of health and exercise sciences to instill an evidence-based, graduate-level knowledge of best practices in athletic training and health care. The full-color text is supported by research, medical guidelines, and National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) statements, and it aligns with the 2020 Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) standards (updated in December 2025). Formerly titled Athletic Training and Therapy: Foundations of Behavior and Practice, the revised title reflects a renewed focus on the practical skills that prepare students to provide high-quality patient care. Contemporary concepts not often found in other introductory texts--such as cultural literacy, interprofessional practice, administrative management, and special populations--are presented to give students comprehensive knowledge of the field. Students will explore the breadth of athletic training and sports medicine, from mental health and nutrition guidelines to guidance for treating military populations. Throughout the text, sidebars highlight important information regarding evidence-based practice and foundational skills. Clinical Application boxes further contextualize the content for students with real-world situations. The second edition of Clinical Foundations of Athletic Training and Sports Medicine contains a wealth of updates: A new section on AI usage in health care helps students understand the ethical implications and real-world application of these new technologies. An expanded chapter on mental health allows students to build knowledge and apply a holistic approach to patient care. More information is provided on nutritional needs and how they differ between male and female patients. Information on safety regulations has been updated, including new coverage of neck lacerations in hockey. Students will gain access to online tools such as flash cards and the Athletic Training Clinical Resource, which contains essential information such as normal lab values, vital sign norms, ICD 10 and CPT code lists, and approved medical abbreviations. As a leading information provider in athletic training, Human Kinetics is known for high-quality educational texts. The first edition of Clinical Foundations of Athletic Training and Sports Medicine was featured on the Board of Certification (BOC) exam reference list for multiple years. A cross-sectional study published in Athletic Training Education Journal identified the text as demonstrating the most diverse patient and clinician image representation from among 20 textbooks. Clinical Foundations of Athletic Training and Sports Medicine, Second Edition, offers a broad, competency-based educational foundation for graduate students in athletic training. The text highlights current concepts and the need to enhance team-based care, with an emphasis on the foundational knowledge students will need to successfully complete the BOC certification exam.