iMSKA's purpose is to drive musculoskeletal
research and advance post-secondary education in the
field; applications for iMSKA fellowships and residencies
forthcoming
BOLINGBROOK, Ill., Feb. 13,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ATI Physical
Therapy ("ATI" or the "Company") (NYSE: ATIP), a
nationally recognized outpatient physical therapy provider
in the United States, today announced the formation of
The Institute for Musculoskeletal Advancement (iMSKA). iMSKA
represents a commitment to advance scientific MSK research while
providing resources and opportunities for practicing
professionals.
In partnership with ATI Physical Therapy, iMSKA is dedicated to
progressing quality clinical care with a focus on research. The
institute was established to offer long-lasting and ongoing
contributions to the growing body of scientific knowledge and
evidence in the management of patients with MSK conditions.
Dr. Chuck Thigpen, Senior Vice
President for Clinical Excellence for ATI Physical Therapy, said
iMSKA will contribute and distribute research and thought
leadership in the management of patients with musculoskeletal
issues. iMSKA intends to do this through analysis, publications,
and presentations of outcome repositories, funded trials, and
translational research of formal learning programs to assess
implementation of new research and best practices.
"iMSKA represents a commitment by ATI to promote the advancement
of MSK care through scientific research, training and development,"
Dr. Thigpen said. "We aim to deliver the most advanced and most
impactful body of research to drive improved outcomes and the
betterment of human life."
Areas of focus include post-operative and non-operative
outcomes; early access to care; treatment fidelity; value-based
care models; and the effect on outcome implementation science.
In the future, interested individuals will be invited to apply
to join an elite group of clinicians as a Research Fellow or
to attend an ABPTRFE-accredited Orthopedic Residency, Sports
Residency, or Upper Extremity Fellowship program. For more
information please visit i-mska.org.
iMSKA has applied for registered 501(c)(3) status as an
independent non-profit, research-based institution.
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forward-looking statements or statements of future expectations
based on currently available information. Such statements are
naturally subject to risks and uncertainties. Factors such as the
development of general economic conditions, future market
conditions, unusual catastrophic loss events, changes in the
capital markets and other circumstances may cause the actual events
or results to be materially different from those anticipated by
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express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness or updated
status of such statements. Therefore, in no case whatsoever will
ATI and its affiliate companies be liable to anyone for any
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damages.
ABOUT ATI PHYSICAL THERAPY
ATI Physical Therapy, we
are committed to helping people live better. We provide convenient
access to high-quality care to prevent and treat musculoskeletal
(MSK) pain. Our approximately 900 locations in 24 states and
virtual practice operate under the largest single-branded platform
built to support standardized clinical guidelines and operating
processes. With outcomes from more than 3 million unique patient
cases, ATI strives to utilize quality standards designed to deliver
proven, predictable and impactful patient outcomes. From
preventative services in the workplace and athletic training
support to outpatient clinical services and online physical therapy
via our online platform, CONNECT™, a complete list of our service
offerings can be found at ATIpt.com. ATI is based in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
Contacts:
Media Inquiries
Genesa Garbarino
Garbo Communications
genesa@garbo.agency
424-499-7025
Rob Manker
Marketing Director
ATI Physical Therapy
warren.manker@atipt.com
630-430-4018
Investor Relations
Joanne Fong
SVP, Treasurer and Head of Investor Relations
ATI Physical Therapy
investors@atipt.com
331-273-4891
Category: Leadership
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