Staff Directory

Dana Friske
- Title:
- Athletic Trainer
- Email:
- Phone:
- 608-509-2380
Badgers Sports Medicine staff since: 2021
Professional credentials: MS, LAT, ATC
NPI: 1316493117
Previous Professional Experience:
- 2019 – 2021, Assistant Athletic Trainer, University of Virginia
- 2018 – 2019, Athletic Trainer, University of Michigan
- 2016 – 2108, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer, University of Utah
Education:
- Master of Science, Sports Medicine, University of Utah, 2018
- Bachelor of Science, Athletic Training, University of Wisconsin - Madison, 2015
Additional Professional Certifications:
- Graston Technique M1-Basic Training
- American Red Cross Instructor
- Structure and Function Dry Needling
Professional Memberships:
- National Athletic Trainers’ Association
- Wisconsin Athletic Trainers’ Association
- Great Lakes Athletic Trainers’ Association
Clinical Specialties/Professional Interests:
- Manual therapy techniques
- Muscle Energy Technique
- Emergency preparedness
Hometown: Madison, Wis.
Bio: Dana is one of the athletic trainers responsible for providing care for the Badger men’s and women’s rowing program. Dana lives in Madison and enjoys activities on or near the water.
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