THE FOUNDATION FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY RESEARCH ANNOUNCES 2023 SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS

The Foundation for Physical Therapy Research honored leaders in physical therapy innovation with the prestigious 2023 Service Awards. These awards go to people and organizations who show a commitment to advancing the profession through research.

This year awardees were recognized during the Foundation Donor Reception at the APTA Combined Sections Meeting (CSM). The reception was held Wednesday, February 22, 2023, from 5:00-7:00pm in San Diego CA, at the Hilton Bayfront Hotel.

The 2023 Service Award recipients are:

• The APTA Acute Care Academy received the 2023 Premier Partner in Research Award.
• Ronald L. Meade, PT, DPT, received the 2023 Charles M. Magistro Distinguished Service Award – named after FPTR’s first president and chair.
• Neva F. Greenwald, PT, received the 2023 Spirit of Philanthropy Award.

“The physical therapy profession grows and becomes stronger thanks to the daily work of people and organizations that support evidence-based research and promote the value of PT services,” said Foundation CEO, Barbara Malm, MBA. “We look forward to thanking these award recipients in person for their many meaningful contributions to advancing research.”

View the slideshow below to see a selection of photos from the event.