Henry Schein Medical Announces Winner of Its 2024 Rising Star Award

Henry Schein Medical, the U.S. medical business of Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), announced today that Aline Valiengo, Head Athletic Trainer and Director of Sports Medicine for Coconut Creek High School in Florida, is the winner of the fourth annual Henry Schein Medical Athletics and Schools Rising Star Award. The award celebrates emerging athletic trainers with one to five years of experience in the Sports Medicine industry.

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L to R: Aline Valiengo, Donjanae Chamberlain, Christopher Freeborough, Brittany Iaiennaro, and Victoria Simpson. (Photo: Business Wire)

Ms. Valiengo developed Coconut Creek High School’s first sports medicine program and teaches all three courses within it. Additionally, she established the school’s first athletic training program, and has conducted presentations for high school athletic trainers within Broward County and West Palm Beach County, offering insights into building successful athletic training programs at the high school level. Often working outside her required hours, Ms. Valiengo is passionate about helping her students grow, providing career and educational guidance. Graduates of her athletic training student program have attained college scholarships and secured entry-level jobs immediately after high school in clinical settings because of the skills learned during their time in the program.

“Congratulations to Aline Valiengo and each of the finalists for already making a positive impact within their communities and the athletic training profession,” said Eric Kearns, Director, Henry Schein Medical’s Athletics and Schools business. “Our team is dedicated to elevating the important work athletic trainers do, and our Rising Star campaign is the perfect way to shine a spotlight on the individuals who are many times on the sidelines. We thank all athletic trainers for continuing to keep athletes healthy and in the game.”

The Rising Star Award recognizes recently graduated athletic trainers who have not yet reached a senior chief-level position but have a strong career trajectory with the potential of forward advancement and appointment at the highest levels of the profession. This year’s recipient was selected based on the number of votes from the public.

“Winning the 2024 Rising Star Award is more than just recognition, it's a validation of my effort, dedication, and passion I have for this profession,” said Ms. Valiengo. “I am filled with gratitude as I am profoundly thankful for my incredible community and unwavering support system. This achievement is as much theirs as it is mine, and I am forever grateful for everyone who has stood by me. This recognition serves as a reminder to continue pushing boundaries, embracing challenges, and never settling for anything less than extraordinary.”