Athletico Physical Therapy announces it will be receiving a significant long-term growth equity investment from BDT Capital Partners LLC.

“Our success is based on our patient-centric focus, genuine core values, positive work environment, high standards of care, attention to quality, and a commitment to measuring outcomes and patient satisfaction,” explains Mark Kaufman, founder, president, and CEO of Oak Brook, Ill-based Athletico, in a media release from BDT Capital Partners.

“We welcomed the new investment from BDT because they are committed to building on this strong foundation while accelerating growth so that we can reach more communities and patients throughout the country. BDT’s experience partnering with entrepreneurs, founders, and their network of successful business owners will help us bring our mission to new markets through strategic acquisitions and organic growth,” he adds.

“Mark Kaufman, his leadership team, and the committed clinicians who work at Athletico are passionate about providing quality care and service to patients,” says Chris Williams, partner at BDT Capital Partners, in the release. “We look forward to working with the team at Athletico to build upon the strength of the business and expand their reach in a large and growing market.

Terms of the investment were not disclosed. Closing is expected to occur in December, the release notes.

[Source(s): BDT Capital Partners, PR Newswire]