FIRSTAR Let's chAT: an Athletic Therapy podcast | Official Podcast of WFATT
Official Podcast Of: The World Federation Of Athletic Training & Therapy (WFATT)
We are each the expert of our own story and expertise always holds value.
Join this Athletic Therapy-driven discussion, an integrated and collaborative space for practitioners, athletes and sports performance personnel.
We Grow. Together. Organic Dialogue, Passionate Pros.
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About the Host:
James Gardiner is an Athletic Therapist and Strength & Conditioning Specialist with over 17 years of professional service. He has worked with athletes from major sports at the professional level (including MLS, NLL, NHL, MLB, MiLB, NCAA, OHL, AHL, CFL, Olympians, World Competitors) and high level amateurs.
In hosting this podcast, James brings insight, passion and a drive to push the profession of Athletic Therapy forward as an integral part of the human performance landscape.
FIRSTAR Let's chAT: an Athletic Therapy podcast | Official Podcast of WFATT
Session 160 (World Congress - Dublin): A Needed Healthcare Profession
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Session 160 (World Congress - Dublin): A Needed Healthcare Profession
Guests: Mollie Pillman and AJ Duffy
We sit down with two esteemed leaders from within the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) to discuss the growth of the Athletic Training and Therapy profession on a global scale. The depth and breadth of education and expertise land us as a valued and needed healthcare profession.
Mollie Pillman is the Executive Director of NATA. She is a champion for the profession and brings a wealth of experience in healthcare and organizational strategy.
AJ Duffy is the President of the NATA and has over 50 years of service as an Athletic Trainer. He has been instrumental in the growth of the profession, both stateside and internationally.
The World Federation of Athletic Training & Therapy is excited to announce the next International Athletic Training & Therapy Day on February 12th, 2026 (IATTD26)!
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