MARYLAND
ATHLETIC TRAINERS'
ASSOCIATION
Kelsey Loftus, DAT, LAT, ATC received her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training with a minor in Adapted Physical Activity from Slippery Rock University in 2019. She also received her Doctor of Athletic Training degree from the University of Idaho in 2021. Since 2023, Dr. Loftus has worked primarily with first responders, specializing in the care and prevention of injuries in fire rescue personnel with her work contracted through Concentra to provide AT services to Montgomery County Government. Dr. Loftus currently serves as the Council on Practice Advancement (COPA) chair for Maryland and presents at many local, regional, and national conferences on injury prevention and the importance of embedded ATs in public safety as well as sleep health education for first responders.
Chimere is currently the Athletic Trainer at Patterson High School, joining Baltimore City Public Schools’ Athletics Health and Safety Department in 2024. She has more than a decade of experience as a certified athletic trainer, with a diverse background that includes working in Secondary School Athletics, serving as a Physician Extender, DME Coordinator, and Orthotics and DME Specialist.
Chimere earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland, College Park, in 2012 and a Master of Science in Athletic Training from Florida International University in 2014.
Through her diverse and nontraditional experiences in athletic training, Chimere discovered that her true passion lies in sports medicine and helping individuals achieve healthier, more active lives through movement.
A native of Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore, Chimere enjoys returning home whenever possible to spend time with her family. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, watching sports, reading, catching up on her favorite television shows, exercising, and trying out new things.
Mandy Oas, MS, CES, ATC, LAT, is a certified athletic trainer with a strong background in sports medicine and athlete performance, particularly within collegiate gymnastics. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Fitness and Wellness with a minor in Nutrition, followed by a Master of Science in Athletic Training from Northern Arizona University. As part of her graduate training, Mandycompleted a year-long clinical immersion at Stanford University, where she worked closely with high-performance student-athletes.
She began her professional career at Utah State University working with women’s gymnastics, then transitioned to the University of Louisville, where she supported both soccer and tennis programs. Mandy now serves as the athletic trainer for Towson University Gymnastics through MedStar Health.
Mandy is a Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) and is certified in dry needling, with specializations in the lumbo pelvic hip complex and craniofacial techniques. Across all her roles, she emphasizes a total wellness approach to care—blending rehabilitation, performance optimization, and proactive recovery strategies. Her work focuses heavily on injury prevention and athlete education, ensuring long-term health and resilience both in and out of competition.
She is passionate about elevating athlete care and is excited to contribute to the Gymnastics Medicine Symposium alongside leaders in the field.
Ashley Weber, MS, LAT, ATC, is a Licensed and Certified Athletic Trainer with nearly 20 years of professional experience, including extensive experience providing athletic training services within the secondary school setting in multiple states. After obtaining her undergraduate degree at Colorado State University, she completed her Masters at University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She worked at the collegiate level for a number of years before transitioning to secondary schools. She currently serves as the ATC for Talbot County Public Schools, supporting the health, safety, and well-being of student-athletes at both district high schools.
A longtime resident of Talbot County and mother of two, Ashley is committed to advancing the role of athletic trainers in secondary school athletics and promoting quality, accessible healthcare for student-athletes across the state and on the Eastern Shore.
Ashley is honored to serve as Co-Chair of the Maryland Athletic Trainers’ Association (MATA) Secondary Schools Athletic Training Committee (SSATC), alongside Brian McGivern. In this role, she looks forward to collaborating with secondary school athletic trainers across Maryland, advocating for the profession, facilitating communication and professional development, and addressing issues that impact athletic trainers and the student-athletes they serve.
Brittany Jackson: I'm a certified athletic trainer passionate about sports medicine, community engagement, and creating meaningful connections. Through our social media platforms, I look forward to highlighting the incredible work of our members, sharing educational resources, celebrating achievements, and keeping everyone connected with what's happening across MATA.When I'm not working, you can usually find me exploring new coffee shops, traveling, or creating lifestyle content. I'm excited to get to know everyone and help showcase the amazing impact of our athletic training community this year.
Madison Shea is currently the athletic trainer for James M. Bennett High School in Salisbury Maryland. Her passion for athletic training started in high school when shadowing her school’s athletic trainer. She earned a Bachelor of Science in exercise physiology with a minor in sports medicine from the University of Lynchburg in 2022 and a Master of Science in athletic training in 2025. In 2025, she was awarded the Patricia Aronson award for clinical excellence in athletic training. During graduate school, she was able to gain a variety of clinical experience including public secondary schools, boarding schools, division III athletics, and non-traditional (rodeo). She was also able to gain leadership experience by serving as the Virginia Athletic Trainers' Association (VATA) student liaison and Iota Tau Alpha president. After graduation Madison started her athletic training career at Queen Anne's County High School, where she also became a CPR instructor and spent time teaching CPR to coaches. In her free time, she enjoys visiting new coffee shops and collecting seashells at the beach.