The Physical Therapy Excellence Fellowship from the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation funds research to advance physical therapy care and outcomes for people with bleeding disorders.
Funder: National Bleeding Disorders Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Letter of Intent) | April 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 for one year or up to 18 months; typically one fellowship awarded per year.
Summary: Supports physical therapists conducting research or clinical projects to improve care for individuals with bleeding disorders.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all deadlines are projected and may shift.
The Physical Therapy Excellence Fellowship, offered by the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF), is designed to advance research and clinical projects in the field of physical therapy for individuals with bleeding disorders such as hemophilia and von Willebrand disease. The fellowship supports clinicians—especially those affiliated with federally funded hemophilia treatment centers—who are dedicated to improving patient care, developing best practices, and generating outcome-related data aligned with NBDF’s research priorities. Projects may focus on developing clinical pathways, therapy protocols, rehabilitation programs, and interventions relevant to bleeding disorders, with the goal of fostering innovation and measurable improvements in physical therapy care.