Douglas C

Douglas Casa is a prominent figure in the field of exercise physiology and athletic training. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Korey Stringer Institute at the University of Connecticut, a position he has held since April 2010. His work primarily focuses on preventing sudden death in sports, particularly through the study of exertional heat stroke and hydration strategies. Casa's dedication to this cause stems from his personal experience with exertional heat stroke at a young age, which profoundly influenced his career path.1

Education and Career

• PhD in Exercise Physiology: The University of Connecticut (1993-1997)
• M.S. in Athletic Training: University of Florida (1990-1993)
• B.S. in Biology: Allegheny College (1986-1990)

In addition to his role at the Korey Stringer Institute, Casa is a Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Connecticut, where he has been teaching and conducting research for over two decades. He has published more than 400 peer-reviewed articles and has presented extensively on topics related to heat-related illnesses and sports safety.1

Contributions

Casa's work includes:

• Overseeing research and educational initiatives aimed at preventing heat-related fatalities in sports.
• Advocacy for policy changes regarding athlete safety.
• Extensive media outreach to raise awareness about hydration and heat illness prevention.

He has successfully treated numerous cases of exertional heat stroke without fatalities, underscoring his commitment to athlete safety and health.1