HonorHealth had a fantastic time sponsoring the Arizona Athletic Trainers' Association Winter Symposium! Dr. Ashkan Alkhamisi delivered an inspiring keynote presentation to high school students from Arizona HOSA, all of whom are interested in pursuing careers in the health field.

AZATA has open vacancies for the following positions: -Sponsorship -Governmental Affairs -Secondary Schools Those interested should have a letter of interest as well as a CV/resume to be sent to the AZATA President at president@azata.net for appointment and board confirmation.

Secondary school athletic trainers have you updated ATLAS? If not, it’s not too late! Scan the QR code or click on the link below.

Make sure to stop by the vendor hall tomorrow and check out some of our amazing sponsors!

Get prepared for Sunday by checking out our Zoom checklist! It’s the perfect way to ensure you’re all set.

Get ready for an unforgettable Casino Night Saturday! Your conference registration includes starting chips, so you’re all set to play. Don’t forget to bring cash for the bar. Feel free to invite a friend—non-members can join for just $20, which includes their own starting chips.

Be sure to visit our table in the foyer at Winter Symposium and grab a patch for just $10! All proceeds support the Governmental Affairs Committee. We accept both cash and card—your support makes a difference!

Shawn Robek a Sports Chiropractor will offer multiple opportunities in person presenting on Foundations of Joint Manipulation, and a Demo Lab. Be sure to register for in person opportunities on the AzATA website.

One week until the winter symposium, offering more opportunities for in person CEUs, Kelsey will discuss Social Determinants of Health while Kendall will inform on the use of Muscle Energy Technique for Cervical and Thoracic Spine. Visit AzATA website for more information.

Continuing in person opportunities for the upcoming AZATA Winter Symposium, be sure to check out Megan Mulready discussing Regional Interdependence while Shaun Palmer discusses the use of technology and it impact in rehab.

Less than two weeks until AzATA be sure to register and visit in person Roger McCoy and Michael McKenney. Roger will provide a Sports Medicine Advisory Committee Update, while Michael and co. provide Athletic Training Simulation Scenarios.

Don’t miss out on our exciting Casino Night! 🎲 Be sure to bring cash for the bar, but don’t worry-your conference registration includes starting gambling chips. Invite a friend along! Non-members are welcome for a $20 entry fee (includes their starting chips). See you there!

Just under two weeks until the start of the Winter Symposium, we are excited to present David Hines providing the annual update from the Sports Medicine Advisory Committee with the AIA, and Jo Locricchio, providing teachings in Finding Resilience in Stressful Times.

Looking for in person CEU opportunities? Be sure to check out Simone Fortier discussing Beyond the Brain, the role of brain nutrition in the rehabilitation post-concussion, as well as Daniel Gonzalez presenting on Dynamic Leadership in the Academic Setting.

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Are you a student and looking to have NATA Symposium costs covered? Head to for more information. Bobby Gunn Award: Due 1/25/25 D. Scott Linaker Leadership Award: Due 3/15/25 Chuck Kimmel First Time Attendee Scholarship Award: Due 4/20/25

Be sure to check out our next speakers Anita Daniels a member of a virtual panel discussing Mental Health and Abuse in Athletics, while Emily Eilers discusses Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports (RED-s) in Male and Female Athletics.

Today, January 8th, is the last chance to register for in-person attendance at the AzATA Winter Symposium. It’s a great opportunity to earn valuable CEUs during this BOC reporting year.

Providing opportunities for both in person and Zoom viewing, we are excited to present Christy Collins (Zoom) and Alicia Cox (In-Person). Christy will be presenting on National HS Sports Related Injury Surveillance while Alicia informs on Emotional Debriefing for SSATs.

Early bird registration for the AzATA Winter Symposium has been extended for both in-person and virtual options! Be sure to register by January 8th to secure your spot. Don’t forget, it’s a BOC reporting year! Visit the AzATA website for the full CEU breakdown for the conference.