Tom Fairbank is a distinguished physical therapist whose career reflects a commitment to excellence and a passion for patient care. His work is distinguished by his outcome scores, which place him in the top 10% nationwide. While at Endeavor Health, Tom was the organization’s leading performer in outcome measure data collection. His expertise is so valued that he is frequently referred to by hospital physiatrists for patients with complex conditions.
Before his tenure at Endeavor Health, Tom honed his skills at Physical and Sports Therapy Services in St. Louis, MO, where he managed a high patient volume and earned accolades for his positive demeanor and compassionate care. His ability to foster patient trust is evident from the fact that a quarter of new patients came through referrals from past patients.
Tom’s career also includes a role at Revolution Physical Therapy Weight Loss in Chicago, IL, where he integrated physical therapy assessments to address functional issues and collaborated effectively with an interdisciplinary team. His dedication was so pronounced that he was described by the clinic’s owner as an employee who always gave his best.
Tom began his professional journey with a notable internship at Memorial Hospital Central in Colorado Springs, CO, where he led an educational in-service on gait speed and earned high praise for his teamwork and potential.
His educational background is equally impressive, featuring a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Northwestern University, where he was recognized as one of the top students in his class. Tom has furthered his expertise through various certifications, including Dry Needling and an Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship. His academic and clinical achievements are complemented by his role as a clinical educator, where he has contributed to Physical Therapy education at St. Louis University and Northwestern University.
Tom’s dedication to his field has not gone unnoticed, earning him honors such as the Martin Luther King Scholarship for his essay on upholding Dr. King’s values. As a guest contributor on the educational podcast Case Conversations, Tom continues to share his extensive knowledge with the wider Physical Therapy community.
