Sports Medicine Outreach

Athletic Trainers

Heather Gallagher, MS, ATC

Heather Gallagher, MS, ATCAt an early age, Heather knew she wanted to be part of the medical profession. Her college advisor suggested the field of athletic training, and from day one she was hooked. She is a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) with Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic and works with Farragut High School athletes.

“Working with patients gives you a connection to their recovery,” Heather says. “Nothing feels better than getting a person back to full health as quickly as possible.”

Heather earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Physiology at the University of Oregon. Her Master of Science in Health and Human Performance, with a concentration in athletic training, is from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.

Heather enjoys playing sports, listening to music, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

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