Christopher W. O’Brien, Ph.D., LAT, ATC, FASAHP, FNAP received the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) Athletic Trainer Service Award (ATSA) at its NATA Hall of Fame Induction & National Awards Ceremony in Philadelphia on June 30, 2026. This award recognizes NATA members for their commitment to leadership, volunteer service, advocacy and professional activities at the local and state levels. ATSA recipients have been involved in professional association, community organizations, grassroots public relations efforts and service as a volunteer athletic trainer. Pictured with Dr. O’Brien are some of his King’s College colleagues in attendance at the ceremony.
Dr. O’Brien is the Inaugural Dean of Health Sciences at King’s College and is beginning his 10th year of service to the College. He has additionally been recognized as a Fellow by both the Association of Schools Advancing Health Professions (ASAHP) and the National Academies of Practice (NAP).
