Our Story

As a Division I swimmer, Brian Tovin experienced the highest level of care available to competitive athletes. That experience shaped his professional vision: to bring elite, individualized orthopaedic and sports rehabilitation to every patient—not just elite athletes.

To pursue that goal, Brian earned a physical therapy degree, a license in Athletic training, an advanced degree in orthopaedic physical therapy, and board certification in sports physical therapy. In addition, he received mentoring from leading clinicians worldwide. During his journey, he observed a consistent model in major cities: there were select practices known for clinical excellence, trusted by physicians, and sought out by elite athletes and educated patients. His goal was to establish that same standard in Atlanta.

After several years of working in outpatient clinics, Brian became Director of Rehabilitation for the Georgia Tech Athletic Association in 1991. In 1995, he partnered with Georgia Tech to establish a private practice dedicated to delivering elite-level orthopaedic and sports physical therapy to both the Georgia Tech community and the greater Atlanta area.

From the beginning, the mission was clear: combine advanced clinical expertise, evidence-based rehabilitation, and innovative technology with highly personalized care. The model emphasizes hands-on treatment, seeing patients promptly, having consistent treatment by the same physical therapist, and individualized programs tailored to each patient’s injury, goals, and lifestyle.

The Sports Rehabilitation Center quickly earned a reputation as a leading destination for orthopaedic and sports physical therapy in Atlanta. In addition, the Center for Prevention of Youth Sports Injuries was launched to broaden the scope of the practice. This program was the first of its kind to serve the Atlanta community and has been a model to follow throughout the country.

More than 30 years later, the philosophy and standard of practice remains unchanged:

Our goal will always be to place the patient first—a rarity in today’s healthcare environment.

And at its core:

Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.