• Doctor Of Philosophy, August 2021, The University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
  • Department of Exercise Science / Rehabilitative Science
  • Dissertation: Examination of Energy Needs in Competitive Cheerleaders
• Master Of Science, April 2016, Otterbein University, Westerville, OH, Major: Allied Health
• Bachelor Of Arts, May 2014, Otterbein University, Westerville, OH, Major: Athletic Training

My teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that education should be both transformative and practical. As an athletic trainer and educator, I strive to create a learning environment that is engaging, inclusive, and rooted in real-world applications. My goal is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the dynamic field of athletic training and health sciences.

In my courses, I emphasize evidence-based practice and critical thinking. By integrating current research and case studies into the curriculum, I encourage students to develop a thorough understanding of the scientific principles underlying athletic training and healthcare. I believe that hands-on experience is crucial, and I incorporate practical labs and simulations to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

I am committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative classroom environment. I encourage active participation and open dialogue, ensuring that all students feel valued and heard. By leveraging diverse teaching methods, including lectures, group projects, and technology-enhanced learning tools, I cater to various learning styles and promote a comprehensive understanding of the material.

Ultimately, my aim is to inspire students to become lifelong learners and compassionate professionals who can make meaningful contributions to their communities. I am dedicated to mentoring students and providing them with the resources and guidance needed to achieve their academic and career goals. Through my teaching, I hope to instill a passion for the field and a commitment to excellence in the next generation of athletic trainers and health professionals.

• Torres-McGehee TM, Uriegas NA, Hauge M, Monsma EV, Emerson DM, Smith AB. Eating Disorder Risk and Pathogenic Behaviors Among Collegiate Student-Athletes. J Athl Train. 2023 Oct 1;58(10):803-812.
• Torres-McGehee TM, Emerson DM, Flanscha-Jacobson A, Uriegas NA, Moore EM, Smith AB. Energy Availability, Mental Health, and Sleep Patterns of Athletic Trainers. J Athl Train. 2023 Sep 1;58(9):788-795.
• Osborn, M. M., Williams, V. A., Smith, A. B., & Winkelmann, Z. K. (2023). Interventions for the Mind, Body, and Spirit of NCAA Student-Athletes: An Evidence to Practice Review. Clinical Practice in Athletic Training, 6(2), 15-20.
• Kehr, L.M., Rowe, D.C., Learn, R.M., Smith A.B., Winkelmann, Z.K. “Recommendation for best practices in the management of musculoskeletal pain: An evidence-to-practice review.” Clinical Practice in Athletic Training 5(2) (2022).
• Gordon, R., Hirschhorn, R., Smith, AB., Fuemmeler S., Hand, A. “Gamekeeper’s Thumb with Stener Lesion in a High School Football Player: A Case Study”. Clinical Practice in Athletic Training 5(2) (2022).
• Hoover, B., Hirschhorn, R., Smith AB., Hand, A. “Exertional Heat Stroke in a Male High School Runner with Disordered Eating: A Case Study”. Clinical Practice in Athletic Training 5(2) (2022).
• Smith AB, Monsma E, Gay J, Arent S, Sarzynski M, Emerson D, and Torres-McGehee T. (2022). Investigation of Eating Disorder Risk and Body Image Dissatisfaction among Female Competitive Cheerleaders. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(3), 1375.
• Smith AB., Gay JL., Arent SM., Sarzynski MA., Emerson DM., & Torres-McGhee TM (2022). Examination of the Prevalence of Female Athlete Triad Components among Competitive Cheerleaders. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(4). 2196.
• Bolno, A. L., Hoover, B. G., Michels, R. J., Smith, A. B., & Winkelmann, Z. K. (2021). Rest and Therapeutic Interventions Following Sport-Related Concussion: An Evidence-to-Practice Review. Clinical Practice in Athletic Training, 4(3), 10-16.
• Avey, Mary Catherine; Hand, Amy F.; Uriegas, Nancy A.; Smith, Allison B.; and Winkelmann, Zachary K. () “Access to Care, Reporting Behaviors, and Quality of Athletic Training Service Interactions for Reserve Officers’ Training Corps cadets,” Journal of Sports Medicine and Allied Health Sciences: Official Journal of the Ohio Athletic Trainers Association: Número 7 : Iss. 2 , Article 6.
• Uriegas NA, Emerson DM, Smith AB, Kelly MR, Torres-McGehee TM. Examination of eating disorder risk among university marching band artists. Journal of Eating Disorders. 2021 Mar;9(1):35. DOI: 10.1186/s40337-021-00388-7. PMID: 33691784; PMCID: PMC7944617.
• Torres-McGehee, T. M., Emerson, D. M., Moore, E. M., Walker, S. E., Pritchett, K., Smith, A. B., … & Ohlemeyer, K. (2021). Energy Balance, Eating Disorder Risk, and Pathogenic Behaviors Among Athletic Trainers. Journal of Athletic Training, 56(3), 311-320.
• Smith AB, Emerson DM, Winkelmann ZK, Potter D, Torres-McGehee TTM. Prevalence of Eating Disorder Risk and Body Image Dissatisfaction among ROTC Cadets. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020:17, 8137. doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17218137
• Emerson DM, Torres-McGehee TM, Yeargin SW, Kelly MR, Uriegas N, Smith A, Weber SR, Hirschhorn RM, Cannon C. Collegiate Marching Band Artists Experience High Core Body Temperatures during Rehearsals and Performances. J Athl Train. 2020 Dec 22;2020(preprint):0. doi: 10.4085/JAT0245-20. PMID: 33351953.
• Torres-McGehee TM, Emerson DM, Pritchett K, Moore EM, Smith AB, Uriegas NA. Energy Availability with or without Eating Disorder Risk in Collegiate Female Athletes and Performing Artists. J Athl Train. 2020 Dec 22. doi: 10.4085/JAT0502-20. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33351913.

• Brun K, Bartok M, Craig C, Smith AB. In Football Players with Scaphoid Fracture, How Does Surgical Intervention Compare to a Conservative Intervention for the Outcomes of Repair? A Critically Appraised Topic. Accepted as a poster presentation for the 2024 OATA Annual Meeting and Symposium. May 2024. Mason, Ohio.
• Keller LJ, Smith AB, Hand AF. Chronic Low Back Pain in an Adolescent Cheerleader: A Case Study. Accepted for Poster Presentation at Southeastern American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. February 2022. Atlanta, GA.
  Dobbins J, Smith AB, Moore K, Hand AF. Anti-Anxiety Medications, EMT Education, and Adverse Events and their Effect on Exertional Heat Illness in the Athletic Population: A Case Study. Accepted for Poster Presentation at Southeastern American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. February 2022. Atlanta, GA.
• Tompkins K, Smith AB, Hand AF. Baastrup’s Disease in a Multi-Sport High School Athlete: A Case Study. Accepted for Poster Presentation at Southeastern American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. February 2022. Atlanta, GA.
• Hudgens-Wallace S, Smith AB, Hand AF. Conservative Treatment for Lumbar Spine Disk Herniation in College Softball Player: A Case Report. Accepted for Poster Presentation at Southeastern American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. February 2022. Atlanta, GA.
• Minkin I, Smith AB, Hand AF. Acute Care of Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Chronic Spondylolisthesis in a Collegiate Cheerleader: A Patient-Centered Case Study. Accepted for Poster Presentation at Southeastern American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. February 2022. Atlanta, GA.
• Dobbins JE, Meyer CM, Smith AB, Hand AF. The Need for Mental Health Screenings on Pre-Participation Examinations to Prevent Injury During Regular Season Division I Football. Mid Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Student Symposium, May 2021, Virtual in leu of Charlotte, NC.
• Elder BW, Meyer CM, Smith AB, Hand AF. The Effect of Dry Needling as a Therapeutic Intervention for Plantar Fasciitis Pain: A Critically Appraised Topic. Mid Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Student Symposium, May 2021, Virtual in leu of Charlotte, NC.
• Keller LJ, Meyer CM, Smith AB, Hand AF. Relationship Between Clinically Diagnosed Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy and Depression: A Critically Appraised Topic. Mid Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Student Symposium, May 2021, Virtual in leu of Charlotte, NC.
• Minkin IM, Meyer CM, Smith AB, Hand AF. Outcomes Addressing Disordered Eating in Elite Gymnasts: A Critically Appraised Topic. Mid Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Student Symposium, May 2021, Virtual in leu of Charlotte, NC.
• Olzacki A, Meyer CM, Smith AB, Hand AF Incidence of Depression Post-Concussion in Collegiate Athletes. Mid Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Student Symposium, May 2021, Virtual in leu of Charlotte, NC.
• Pierce KM, Meyer CM, Smith AB, Hand AF . The Effectiveness of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy for Achilles Tendinopathy: A Critically Appraised Topic. Mid Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Student Symposium, May 2021, Virtual in leu of Charlotte, NC.
• Smith AB, Torres-McGehee TM. Online interview with I love to watch you play organization. Educated on athlete wellness, nutrition practices, and the Female Athlete Triad. March 2020.
• Smith AB, Torres-McGehee TM. First Aid and Emergency Action Planning for Competitive Cheerleading. Summer 2019 Varsity University. Presented in Dallas, TX, Louisville, KY, and Las Vegas, NV. Presented to large groups of cheerleading coaches from across the nation as a part of their annual continuing education requirements.
• Smith AB, Torres-McGehee TM. Athlete Wellness. Summer 2019 Varsity University. Presented in Dallas, TX, Louisville, KY, and Las Vegas, NV. Presented to large groups of cheerleading coaches from across the nation as a part of their annual continuing education requirements.
• Smith AB, Torres-McGehee TM, Emerson D, Potter D. Prevalence of Depression and Anxiety among ROTC College Students. February 2019 Southeastern American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting
• Smith AB, Torres-McGehee TM, Monsma E, Weber SR. Examination of Pathogenic Behaviors and Eating Disorder Risk among Collegiate Female Track & Field Athletes. February 2018 Southeastern American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. Weber SR, Torres
• McGehee TM, Monsma E, Smith AB. Examination of Body Image Dissatisfaction among Collegiate Female Track and Field Athletes. February 2018 Southeastern American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting.