Orthopedic Physicians Alaska
Cassandra Winczura, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS, ACSM EP-C, USAW, currently serves as an athletic trainer at Orthopedic Physicians Alaska, providing practice and event coverage for local high schools and daily injury evaluations at a local high school since July 2019. Previous experience includes roles as an assistant athletic trainer for volleyball and softball teams at Samford University, an intern athletic trainer for the softball team at Samford University, and a per diem athletic trainer at the University of Arizona. Cassandra's diverse background encompasses personal training, including certification from Anytime Fitness and HealthSport, as well as teaching positions at Humboldt State University, where responsibilities included instructing various exercise science courses. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Athletic Training from Northern Arizona University and a Master of Science in Kinesiology-Exercise Physiology from Humboldt State University.
Orthopedic Physicians Alaska
Orthopedic Physicians Alaska (OPA) is a group of orthopedic surgeons and other providers committed to delivering world-class medical care in an environment that is accessible, cost-efficient, and friendly for both patients and their referring providers. The OPA team includes board-certified orthopedic surgeons, each working in concert with a certified orthopedic surgical physician assistant and other staff to give patients an individualized care team. OPA also features three board certified, fellowship trained rheumatologists. In addition, a large team of full-time certified athletic trainers serves numerous local youth athletic programs and events at no charge to prevent sports injuries and care for injured athletes. Together, the OPA team offers comprehensive musculoskeletal services, both non-surgical and surgical, that help injured Alaskans get back to doing what they love. OUR MISSION Our mission is to deliver extraordinary, individualized healthcare to all Alaskans and visitors, restoring their health and function following injury or illness and maximizing their ability to fully engage in all life has to offer.