Travis Eckard

Travis Eckard is an experienced physical therapist and educator currently serving as an Adjunct Professor in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Bakersfield College since January 2023. With a long-standing career at Kern Medical starting in June 1997, Travis has held multiple roles, including Ergonomic Consultant, Director of Therapy Services, and Program Champion for the Up Sooner Safer initiative, where responsibilities included the development and implementation of a comprehensive mobility program across various hospital settings. Travis Eckard holds a Master's degree in Physical Therapy from Samuel Merritt University, a Doctor of Physical Therapy from A.T. Still University, and a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education from California State University-Sacramento.