The UAB Department of Physical Therapy is excited to announce a multitiered partnership with PT Solutions Physical Therapy. This unique gift establishes the PT Solutions Scholarship, provides support to several key events, and creates professional development opportunities for students in the UAB Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.
The PT Solutions Scholarship will be awarded annually to DPT students who excel both inside and outside the classroom. The inaugural recipients are Natalie Fogle, Edwin Logan and Morgan Misenar. Each has not only shown exceptional academic performance, but they also demonstrate outstanding leadership skills.
In addition to financial support, PT Solutions Physical Therapy is investing in the professional development of these DPT students. Each year, their scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to engage with and learn from physical therapy leaders at PT Solutions. The PT Solutions Scholarship is a testament to the company's dedication to fostering the next generation of physical therapists and supporting the ongoing mission of UAB to provide top-tier education and training.
“At PT Solutions, we believe in the power of education and mentorship to shape the future of physical therapy,” said PT Solutions Physical Therapy CEO Dale Yake, PT, DPT, OCS, ATC. “Our partnership with UAB’s Department of Physical Therapy underscores our commitment to developing tomorrow’s physical therapy leaders. By providing scholarships and professional development opportunities, we aim to empower students to excel academically and develop into compassionate, skilled clinicians who will make a meaningful impact in their communities.”
Dale Yake, CEO and founder of PT Solutions Physical TherapyThe PT Solutions sponsorship package also expands their impact across the DPT program and the Greater Birmingham community. They will be connected with second-year students at their annual retreat and third-year students at the annual White Coat Ceremony, which marks their transition from pre-clinical to clinical and the acceptance of the PT professions’ responsibilities.
In terms of the community, funding from the sponsorship will be used to support the annual WE CAN DO IT! program. In 2014, UAB PT was the first to bring this program to Alabama. WE CAN DO IT! promotes health and wellness for individuals with physical disabilities. It is a student-driven program that connects DPT students directly with schools and providers to work with young clients from across the area.
The UAB Department of Physical Therapy is proud to call Dale Yake, CEO and founder of PT Solutions Physical Therapy, an alumnus. Since graduating in 1994, he has remained engaged and committed to helping his alma mater and the students who have followed in his footsteps. And he has shown tremendous vision in the profession as PT Solutions has more than 550 points of service across 25 states.
"We are incredibly grateful to PT Solutions Physical Therapy and Dale for their generous support," said Andrew J. Butler, Ph.D., dean, UAB School of Health Professions. "PT Solutions’ commitment to our students' education and professional development is truly commendable, and this scholarship will undoubtedly make a significant impact on the lives of Natalie, Edwin, and Morgan, as well as future recipients."
The UAB Department of Physical Therapy has been fully accredited since 1967 and offers exceptional educational programs on rehabilitation, human motion and exercise physiology at all academic levels from undergraduate to residencies to doctoral. For more information, visit the UAB Department of Physical Therapy website.
About PT Solutions Physical Therapy
Founded in 2003 by CEO Dale Yake, PT Solutions Physical Therapy is a privately held physical therapy practice based in Atlanta, Georgia, with more than 550 points of service across 25 states. PT Solutions provides physical and occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, athletic training, and sports medicine services in outpatient, inpatient rehabilitation, and acute care settings. Through its APTA-accredited residency program, PT Solutions educates, trains, and trusts its professionals to provide research-supported care in hospitality-driven and service-oriented environments.
Earning a spot on Inc. 5000’s list of fastest-growing private companies for nine consecutive years, PT Solutions continues to expand its national footprint through its unique model of hospital partnerships, private acquisitions, and de novo clinics. For more information on PT Solutions Physical Therapy and a complete list of locations, please visit PTSolutions.com.
