Kristen Renner

Dr. Kristen Renner, PhD is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in the College of Medicine – Tucson with a joint appointment in the Department of Biomedical Engineering. Dr. Renner received her PhD from Virginia Tech before completing 2 years as a clinical biomechanist at the Bone & Joint Institute at Hartford Hospital before joining the University of Arizona. Dr. Renner’s research interests focus on optimizing human performance and rehabilitation strategies in sports medicine and total joint replacement population to promote movement and improve the quality of life of individuals across their lifespan. Dr. Renner has published in several peer-reviewed journals and presented research at regional and national meetings including the American College of Sports Medicine, American Society of Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering Society and the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy.