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Jenny Toonstra, PhD, ATC, LAT, ACUE

Jenny Toonstra
Jenny Toonstra, PhD, ATC, LAT, ACUEӰ

Schroeder Complex, 248A

MilwaukeeWI53201United States of America
(414) 288-0992
Curriculum Vitae

Clinical Associate Professor

Exercise Science

Clinical Education Coordinator for Athletic Training

Physical Therapy

Dr. Jenny Toonstra joins Ӱ as an Associate Clinical Professor in the Athletic Training program. Dr. Toonstra earned her PhD in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Kentucky, where her research focused on the relationship between patient expectations, functional outcomes, self-efficacy, and rehabilitation adherence following cartilage repair of the knee. She also holds a Master of Arts in Physical Education with an emphasis in Athletic Training from Western Michigan University and a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science from Calvin College. She also completed a fellowship in Knee, Shoulder, and Sports Medicine at The Steadman Hawkins Clinic in Vail, Colorado.

Before joining Ӱ, Dr. Toonstra held faculty positions at Bowling Green State University and Salisbury University and has served in clinical roles including head athletic trainer, physician extender, and rehabilitation specialist. Her research interests include cultural competence in athletic training education and the role of social determinants of learning in student success. Dr. Toonstra is actively involved in professional service, including editorial roles and committee leadership within the Great Lakes Athletic Trainers' Association (GLATA).

Education

  • Ph.D., Rehabilitation Sciences, 2014, University of Kentucky
    • Dissertation: "The relationship between patient expectations, functional outcome, self-efficacy, and rehabilitation adherence following cartilage repair of the knee: A sequential explanatory analysis"
  • M.A., Athletic Training, 2003, Western Michigan University
    • Master Thesis: “Institutional barriers in obtaining CAAHEP accreditation: A comparison study”
  • B.A., Exercise Science, Athletic Training Emphasis, 1999, Calvin College

Courses Taught

  • ATTR 7260: Modalities in Rehabilitation
  • ATTR 7966: Athletic Training Practicum 2
  • ATTR 7974: Athletic Training Practicum 6
  • ATTR 7887: Summative Assessment

Professional Affiliations

  • National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA)
  • Great Lakes Athletic Trainers’ Association (GLATA)