Charles Vertz

Rehabilitation and return to play specialist, Ph.D. candidate in Health and Human Performance focusing on movement analysis and injury prevention

About

As a seasoned sports scientist with extensive experience in Division 1 collegiate athletics, I bring a deep understanding and commitment to enhancing athlete performance and safety. My role as Assistant Athletic Director and Director of Rehabilitation involves applying a robust educational foundation, including a PhD in Health and Human Performance, an MBA, and an MS in Kinesiology and Health Promotion. My expertise spans strength and conditioning, sports medicine, and data analytics. I have significantly improved rehabilitation outcomes and reduced athlete downtime through effective injury risk mitigation and performance benchmarking. In my leadership role, I manage large-scale budgets and spearhead strategic partnerships that advance athlete care and support services. My commitment to professional excellence is further demonstrated by my active contributions to peer-reviewed publications and involvement in professional associations, underscoring my dedication to advancing the field of sports science and athlete development. <br>

Education

Western Michigan University

B.S., Athletic Training / June, 2007

Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States of America

University of Wyoming

M.S., Biomechanics / May, 2007

Laramie, Wyoming, United States of America

University of Wyoming

M.B.A., General / May, 2017

Laramie, Wyoming, United States of America

Concordia University Chicago

Ph.D., Health and Human Performance / January, 2025 (anticipated)

River Forest, Illinois, United States of America

Experience

Barton College

Coordinator of Athletic Training Services / July, 2010 — August, 2013

Oversee Athletic Training staff and medical coverage of intercollegiate athletics sports

University of Wyoming

Director of Sports Medicine / June, 2018 — August, 2018

Oversee budgeting and staff Athletic Trainers

Director of Rehabilitation / August, 2013 — June, 2018

Oversee day to day rehabilitation and return to play of the student athlete

University of Kansas

Director of Rehabilitation / August, 2018 — March, 2020

Oversee the day to day rehabilitation and return to play of the student athlete

University of Missouri

Assistant Director of Athletics / March, 2020 — Present

Oversee sports science applications for the athletics department, oversee rehabilitation and return to play for the student athlete.

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