Robert M. Burton, ATC, LAT, has been awarded the “2006 President’s Award” for dedication and hard work above and beyond the call of duty to the Athletic Trainers’ Association of Florida.

Stephanie Lennon, ATC, LAT, President of The Athletic Trainers’ Association of Florida with Bob Burton.

Burton is currently serving as Sports Medicine Coordinator for St. Lucie Medical Center. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa in 1988. He then worked for the Seattle Mariners minor league system for one year, the New York Mets organization for three years and relocated to St. Lucie County with Healthsouth prior to joining St. Lucie Medical Center. Bob has completed his work and will receive his Masters’ in Health Services Administration from the University of Central Florida on May 3, 2007