Melissa Stokes is an O2X On-Site Human Performance Specialist and Certified Athletic Trainer embedded with Mountain View Fire Rescue. In her role, Melissa specializes in injury prevention and management, education, and therapeutic exercise, utilizing a multimodal approach to support the health, readiness, and performance of tactical athletes.

Prior to joining O2X, Melissa served as the Head Athletic Trainer for Club Sports at the University of Colorado. Throughout her career, she has provided Athletic Training care across a wide range of populations and competitive levels, working with athletes from middle school through professional sports. Her diverse clinical background has provided her with extensive experience in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and helping athletes maintain their health and performance across a variety of environments.

Melissa earned her bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, Colorado, in 2019. She went on to earn her post-professional master’s degree in Athletic Training while simultaneously providing Athletic Training services at Ohio University. Continuing her commitment to advancing her clinical expertise and the Athletic Training profession, Melissa is currently a Doctor of Athletic Training candidate and is expected to complete her degree in spring 2027.