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Denise Lebsack is an Associate Professor at San Diego State University's School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences within the College of Health and Human Services. She earned her Ph.D. in Sports Medicine from the University of Virginia (1994), M.Ed. in Athletic Training (1989), and B.S. in Sports Medicine from Central Michigan University (1987). Her academic appointments include positions at California University of Pennsylvania, Mesa Community College, and SDSU since 1994.
Her research focuses on athletic training education, sports injury evaluation techniques, therapeutic modalities, and innovative teaching methods. She investigates injury prevention strategies, sports pathology, and technology-enhanced learning approaches for athletic training students.
Publications demonstrate consistent focus on sports medicine applications, nutritional interventions, and food science innovations, particularly protein functionality and nutraceutical effects on athletic performance and metabolic health. Recent work explores novel food sources and dietary impacts on exercise recovery.
Major scientific honors include:
- California Athletic Trainers' Association Educator of the Year (2021)
- SDSU Faculty Forward Award (2020)
- Outstanding Faculty Award (2013)
- Teaching Innovation Award (2002)
- Emerging Professional Award (1996)
Administrative leadership includes serving as Undergraduate Athletic Training Program Director (1999-2005, 2009-2012, 2018-present) and Graduate Advisor (2012-2018). She has supervised over 50 student research projects (ENS 798/499). Grant funding secured includes NATA Research Grants and University Grants Program awards.
Professional service includes committee leadership at departmental, college, and university levels, editorial roles for the Journal of Athletic Training, and leadership positions in the National Athletic Trainers' Association, including Chair of the Specialty Certification Committee.
