Eric Lippincott

Eric Lippincott is a Professor and Interim Chair of Nursing at Lock Haven University, affiliated with the School of Biological and Health Sciences. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. and M.S. in Physical Therapy from Nova Southeastern University and Widener University, respectively, and a B.S. in Health Science from Lock Haven University.

• Ph.D., Physical Therapy, Nova Southeastern University
• M.S., Physical Therapy, Widener University
• B.S., Health Science, Lock Haven University

Lippincott's research focuses on musculoskeletal health, particularly shoulder injuries in athletes, therapeutic interventions for injury prevention, and evidence-based practices in athletic training education. His work bridges clinical assessment, rehabilitation techniques, and accreditation standards in healthcare education.

Recent publications highlight trends in shoulder injury prevention for overhead athletes, kinesiology taping applications, and curriculum development for athletic training programs. He emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration between physical therapy, sports medicine, and clinical education frameworks.

Professional roles include accreditation site visitor and commissioner for the Commission on the Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), alongside community engagement as a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity and board member of the Centre Region Down Syndrome Society.