Mark Kaufman

Mark Kaufman is the founder and Executive Chairman of Athletico Physical Therapy, which offers outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation in twelve states and over 500 locations. In 1991, Kaufman opened his first rehabilitation center on Clark Street in the Gold Coast Area of downtown Chicago. Athletico’s reputation as a top-quality provider of outpatient physical therapy enabled them to expand their services and drive their expansion. The growth of Athletico’s outreach programs has mirrored the advancement of their patient care. Athletico is proud to be the official physical therapy and athletic training partner to organizations at all levels – from professional sports teams, to colleges and high schools, to elite endurance events, performing arts groups, and gymnastics programs. Notable partnerships include:

Professional: Chicago Bears, Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago Bulls, Detroit Red Wings, St. Louis Cardinals

Collegiate: Big Ten Conference, Indiana University, University of Iowa, Northwestern University, Purdue University, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Performing Arts: Joffrey Ballet, Hubbard Street Dance, St. Louis Ballet

Endurance: Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, Drake Road Races, Indy Half Marathon, XXX Racing

Gymnastics: Chow’s Gymnastics & Dance (US National Team Training Team Center), USA Gymnastics

Over the past 28 years, Kaufman has carefully monitored the growth of his company and recently stepped into the role of Executive Chairman. Athletico provides the following specialty services to the communities the company serves with Physical Therapy: hand therapy, women’s health, spine school, vestibular/concussion, pediatrics, video throwing and running analysis, running and endurance programs, and personal fitness and golf programs.

Mark has been a board member at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago since 2004 and served as Board Chair for two terms. He is also on the Advisory Board for Advocate Health System at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Arthritis & Orthopedics Leadership Committee at Rush University Medical Center, on the Rush University Board of Governors, an Executive Council member of the Chicago Sports Commission, member of the Economic Club of Chicago, member of the Development Council for United States Soccer, and a founding member of the board of directors for Operation Walk Chicago. Mark graduated with a B.S. in Athletic Training and Physical Education from the University of Iowa and a B.S in Physical Therapy from Northwestern University. In addition, he obtained an M.S. in Exercise and Sports Sciences from the University of Arizona.