Dr. Johanna Hoch is a Professor in the Department of Athletic Training and Clinical Nutrition and Program Director of the Professional Masters in Athletic Training. Dr. Hoch graduated from the University of Kentucky with her PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences in 2012 and Master of Public Health in 2022. She completed her Master of Science from Ohio University and her Bachelor of Science from Ohio Northern University.

 Dr. Hoch's primary area of research interest is improving health related quality of life and physical activity after musculoskeletal injury. In addition, Dr. Hoch advocates for the provision of patient-centered care in athletic training clinical practice through the utilization of patient-reported outcome instruments.