Criteria for Selection - The Turner A. Blackburn Hall of Fame/Lifetime Achievement Award
Depth, scope, and quality of contributions in each of the following:
- The nominee shall have forged sustained relationships with other members of sports/health fields and promoted the profession of physical therapy and the specialty of sports physical therapy in a professional manner.
- Service to the AASPT through volunteerism by serving in a wide variety of roles (elected and appointed) over a 25 year period.
- Professional public visibility by long-standing contributions related to the practice of sports physical therapy, as demonstrated by publications, presentations, and invited lectures over a 25 year period.
- Contributions in each of the areas of administration, education (academic or continuing education), patient care, and research over a period of 25 years.
- The nominee shall have served as an accomplished role model and provided incentive for other members to grow and reach their highest potential.
- Previous recognition of contributions as demonstrated by other awards and honors.
- The nominee must be able to attend APTA Combined Sections Meeting for the award presentation.
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