The Major League Baseball Team Physicians Association (MLB TPA) has expressed strong support for the MLB Diversity Pipeline and Baseball Medicine Workshop, a collaborative initiative between Major League Baseball (MLB) and the American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI). This program aims to enhance diversity within sports medicine by providing educational opportunities to underrepresented individuals pursuing careers…

In a heartwarming display of recognition and appreciation, the Nationals have recently announced the establishment of the Bruce Thomas Medical Treatment Center, a facility dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions of Dr. Bruce Thomas. This significant gesture not only pays homage to Dr. Thomas’s remarkable career but also underscores the Nationals’ commitment to healthcare. Thomas…

The MLB Team Physicians Association (MLBTPA) proudly announces its commitment to championing the health and well-being of athletes by donating funds to the Taylor Hooton Foundation. This significant contribution will further fortify the foundation’s vital mission of educating young athletes about the dangers of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) and promoting clean and safe sports practices. The…

The Major League Baseball Team Physician’s Association (MLBTPA) has recently extended heartfelt recognition to the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society (PBATS) for their outstanding efforts in spearheading the PLAY Campaign. This commendable initiative aims to promote youth participation in baseball while emphasizing injury prevention and the overall well-being of young athletes. The MLBTPA’s acknowledgment reflects…

It is with great sadness that the Major League Baseball Team Physician Association (MLB TPA) announces the passing of Dr. Bruce Thomas, a longtime member of the MLB TPA from complications of spinal surgery. He was a team physician for the Washington Nationals for over 20 years and before that when they were the Montreal…