The Eastern Athletic Trainers' Association granted Robert Franks, DO, the 2016 Dr. David G. Moyer – Physician Award, according to philly.com.
Here are five key notes:
1. Specializing in sports medicine, Dr. Franks practices at Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.
2. He is the co-medical director of Jefferson Comprehensive Concussion Center, also in Philadelphia.
3. On Jan. 9, EATA presented Dr. Franks the award at its annual meeting in Boston.
4. EATA grants the award to those who "served the profession of athletic training as an educator and an advocate and served the community in which they live and work."
5. "I'm proud to be recognized as a team physician at the Rothman Institute, Jefferson Comprehensive Concussion Center, and my many years on local, national, and international athletic fields," said Dr Franks. "This award has been bestowed on some of the best physicians in the country. To join them is a great honor and a tribute to all those with whom I have had the privilege to work."
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