OwnATC helps Certified Athletic Trainers open independent practices and is recruiting a founding cohort to expand access to care beyond traditional settings.
DURHAM, N.C., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OwnATC is launching a clinical governance and practice support platform that helps Certified Athletic Trainers move beyond traditional settings and deliver care directly to the public in communities across the country.
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