Katie Sniffen

Katie Sniffen, Ph.D., ATC, serves as the Program Director and Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training at Saint Louis University's Doisy College of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on enhancing healthcare quality through athletic training services, injury prevention, and interprofessional collaboration in sports medicine. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Health from Saint Louis University and advanced degrees in athletic training and physiology.

Dr. Sniffen's professional affiliations include the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA), American Public Health Association (APHA), and Missouri Medical Reserves Corps (MRC). Her work emphasizes bridging athletic training with broader public health goals, advocating for accessible and affordable healthcare solutions. Recent research highlights include studies on injury risk mitigation, pandemic impacts on healthcare utilization, and interprofessional education effectiveness.