Draft:Lee A. Doernte

Lee A. Doernte is an American exercise physiologist, paramedic, and academic who has focused his research on health sciences and emergency medical services. He is an Assistant Professor at West Texas A&M University, with studies on the physiological demands placed on first responders aimed at enhancing their performance and patient outcomes during emergencies.Lee A. Doernte serves as an assistant professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences.

Early Life and Education
Doernte was born on March 3, 1980, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He earned a B.S. in Fitness and Wellness Management, Summa Cum Laude, from Eastern Kentucky University in 2017, and an M.S. in Health and Wellness Management from the same institution in 2018. He obtained his Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences from the University of Nevada - Las Vegas in 2021, where his dissertation focused on CPR techniques.

Career
Before his current role, Doernte served as a paramedic across various Kentucky counties since 2006 and as a part-time instructor at the University of Nevada - Las Vegas. His practical experience in emergency medical services complements his academic research. Lee A. Doernte is an Assistant Professor of Sports and Exercise Science ), where he specializes in the study of physiological demands on first responders and the application of exercise science principles in emergency medical services.

Research and Impact
Doernte's research has focused on to improvements in emergency medical practices, notably through his studies on CPR and the physiological demands on first responders. His work has been published in several peer-reviewed journals.

Contributions

 * 1) Accuracy of VO2 Testing Using Apple Watches
 * 2) Metabolic and Performance Differences of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Between a Hard Surface and Hospital Mattress
 * 3) Effect of Metronome, Hospital Mattress, and Step Stool Usage on Chest Compression Rate and Depth During Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR: A Collection of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses
 * 4) Effects of Fire Gear on Predicted VO2Max
 * 5) Body Composition and Body Composition Relative to Height in Collegiate Softball Players
 * 6) Analyzing Fat Free Mass Index in Division IAA Football Players
 * 7) Effects of Body Position and Electrode Type on the Reliability of Bioimpedance Spectroscopy: 3356 Board# 225 June 2 9
 * 8) Bioimpedance Spectroscopy Measurements Comparing Different Body Positions and Electrode Types in Men and Women: 1989 Board# 250 May 31 3: 30 PM-5: 00 PM
 * 9) Relationships Between Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Fat and Lean Tissue Masses and Standing and Sitting Bioimpedance Spectroscopy Variables in Healthy Men and Women
 * 10) Relationships Between Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Bone Mineral Content and Bone Mineral Density and Standing and Sitting Bioimpedance Spectroscopy Variables in Healthy Men and Women
 * 11) Use of Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Measurements to Evaluate Total Body Volume When Compared to Air Displacement Plethysmography for Evaluating Body Composition in a Four Compartment Model
 * 12) Heart Rate, Weight Loss, and RPE Response To Submaximal Walking Test
 * 13) Relationship Between Preseason Football Injuries and Reinjuries, Body Weight Changes, Cumulative Stress, and Practice Times in Division I Athletes
 * 14) Impact Kinetics of Depth Jumps with Varying Heights and the Relationships to Body Composition of Individuals
 * 15) Examination of Relationships Between Body Composition and In-Season Performance, by Player Position in Collegiate Softball Players
 * 16) Examination of Relationship Between Body Composition and Scoring Potential of Female Collegiate Soccer Players
 * 17) Relationships Between Injuries, re-injuries, Body Weight Change, and Time of Practice

Awards and Recognition
Lee A. Doernte has been recognized for his research in the field of health sciences, receiving two Killgore Faculty Research Grants from the WTAMU Graduate School and the Killgore Research Committee. These grants supported his research into the accuracy of health data from wearable devices and cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques.


 * 1) The     first grant supported Doernte's project titled "Reliability and     Accuracy of Health Data in Smartwatches ," which was active from     January to August 2023. This initiative received funding of $3,190.25 and     focused on enhancing the accuracy of health data collected via     smartwatches.  .
 * 2) The     second award was allocated to a project named "Comparison of the     Techniques and Conditions During Infant and Adult CPR ," with a     project period from October 26, 2021, through August 31, 2022. This     research, aimed at improving CPR methods, was supported by an award amount     of $3,853.

These grants underscore Doernte's ongoing commitment to advancing understanding and practices in critical areas of health sciences and emergency medical response.

Conference Presentations
Lee A. Doernte has been actively involved in sharing insights and research findings at various notable conferences within his field, highlighting his commitment to advancing knowledge in exercise physiology and strategic management. He has contributed as a guest speaker at events such as Mr. Olympia.

Lee A. Doernte is scheduled to speak at the 3rd annual Olympia University, set to take place on October 11th and 12th, 2024, at the Las Vegas Convention Center adjacent to the Olympia Expo. The event will feature a series of panel discussions on topics such as the use of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) and performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), longevity and anti-aging therapies, injury prevention and recovery protocols, contemporary training methodologies, nutritional strategies, and the efficacy of peptides.

He also participated as a speaker at the Lifestyle Enhancement Optimization Conference, which took place on December 1 and 2, 2023. The conference aimed to provide insights into various health and wellness topics through a series of seminars. Topics covered at the conference included hormone optimization, regenerative therapies, personalized nutrition, exercise prescription, orthopedic management, and lifestyle advancement. The event was designed to disseminate cutting-edge and research-based information in the field of health and wellness.

Lee spoke at Olympia University on September 13, 2023, at a conference held in Orlando which has been covered by Muscle & Fitness magazine. The event featured a diverse panel of experts from the health and fitness industry, discussing a range of topics from performance-enhancing drugs to innovative training methods.

Doernte's participation in Mr. Olympia underlines his engagement with the broader community related to exercise science and management, as well as his dedication to contributing valuable insights and fostering discussions in the field.