Tony Boucher

Dr. Tony Boucher is a Clinical Associate Professor of Athletic Training in the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at Texas A&M University. He also serves as the Coordinator of Clinical Education for the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program. His expertise spans clinical practice, teaching, and administration in athletic training, allied health, and rehabilitation settings. He teaches courses in orthopedic assessment, physical rehabilitation, research methods, clinical education, and healthcare administration.

Education:

• Ph.D., Physical Therapy, Texas Woman’s University-School of Physical Therapy (2008)
• M.S., Physical Therapy, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (1996)
• B.S., Zoology, Texas Tech University (1993)
• Athletic Training Certification, Southern Methodist University (2000)

Research Interests: Dr. Boucher focuses on clinical interventions in athletic training and rehabilitation, including manual therapy techniques, neuromuscular stimulation, and rehabilitation protocols for musculoskeletal injuries. His work also explores the application of biofeedback technology, sports nutrition supplements, and comparative training methods for athletes and dancers. His research integrates biomechanical analysis, ultrasound imaging, and functional outcome measures to evaluate treatment efficacy.

Teaching & Mentorship: He has taught numerous courses since 2013, including clinical education series (ATTR654-656), physical rehabilitation (ATTR666/667), and organizational administration in athletic training (ATTR671). He has supervised directed studies (KINE285/485/685) focused on specialized topics in kinesiology and sport management.

Labs/Teams: His clinical education coordination role involves overseeing partnerships between academic programs and clinical sites for athletic training students. While no specific lab is named, his work integrates clinical practice sites into educational training.