American Tinnitus Association
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American Tinnitus Association
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| Founded | 1971 |
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| Location | Portland, Oregon |
| Origins | Portland, Oregon |
| Key people | • Michael Malusevic, Executive Director • Gary Reul, Chairman |
| Area served | United States |
| Focus | "To cure tinnitus through the development of resources that advance tinnitus research."[1] |
| Method | • Education • Endowments • Public policy |
| Website | ata.org |
The American Tinnitus Association (ATA) exists to cure tinnitus through the development of resources that advance tinnitus research. It is the largest national nonprofit organization working to cure tinnitus. The association funds research in the hope of discovering the source of tinnitus, as well as relief options and ultimately a cure for sufferers.[1] Starting in 1980, the association has granted funding for tinnitus research. Many of these researchers have gone on to receive larger grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) based on ATA-funded research. Contributions to the association also go towards advocacy work in Washington, D.C. [2] It also distributes information about tinnitus, health care professionals, support groups and volunteers.[3]
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History
The ATA was created as resource for the under served tinnitus community. Many tinnitus patients had been routinely disregarded by physicians who did not have the information they needed to proficiently treat and diagnosis tinnitus patients.
Jack Vernon, Ph.D. joined Dr. Charles Unice to form the ATA in 1971. The two meet while Dr. Vernon was conducting clinical research at the Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland, OR and began treating Dr. Unice for his tinnitus condition. With aim to raise money for tinnitus funding, the ATA was born. Their mission is the same today. Portland, OR still serves as base for the organization.
The ATA started in a small studio sized office and was staffed by Portland area volunteers. Since then the ATA has become the largest group of individual contributors that awards grant money for research relating to tinnitus. Dr. Vernon is still involved with the organization, he is an honorary board member, as well as patient advocate and general adviser.[4]
Board of Directors
The ATA's board of directors consists of a carefully chosen group of professionals. These professionals includes physicians, researchers and tinnitus advocates. All participants have been influential in creating a nonprofit organization that aims to fund tinnitus research as well as serve as a resource for tinnitus sufferers.[5]
The Scientific Advisory Committee
ATA's Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC), consists of scientists who are influential in the tinnitus community. The committee is in charge of choosing individuals for the grant awards. To apply for an ATA funded grant, applicants are required to show the relevance of their application to the Roadmap for a cure.[6]
The Action Alliance
ATA also has a network of volunteers known as the Action Alliance, who work to spread information to Congress and other administrations about issues relating to tinnitus. Their aim is to positively influence elected officials to make funding decisions and public policies that positively affect the policy making decisions relating to tinnitus.[7]
Nonprofit status
The ATA is a 501(c)(3) association.[8]
See also
References
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- ^ a b "American Tinnitus Association". http://www.ata.org/about-ata.
- ^ "About ATA | American Tinnitus Association". Ata.org. http://www.ata.org/about-ata. Retrieved 2012-03-04.
- ^ "American Tinnitus Association - healthfinder.gov - ATA". healthfinder.gov. 2009-01-16. http://www.healthfinder.gov/orgs/hr1030.htm. Retrieved 2012-03-04.
- ^ "The American Tinnitus Association: A Resource for Enhancing Tinnitus Patient Services Cheryl McGinnis, MBA, Executive Director of the American Tinnitus Association. AudiologyOnline". Audiologyonline.com. 2001-04-23. http://www.audiologyonline.com/articles/article_detail.asp?article_id=283. Retrieved 2012-03-04.
- ^ "ATA Board of Directors | American Tinnitus Association". Ata.org. 2011-06-30. http://www.ata.org/about-ata/ata-board-directors. Retrieved 2012-03-04.
- ^ "ATA's Scientific Advisory Committee | American Tinnitus Association". Ata.org. http://www.ata.org/research/scientific-advisory-committee. Retrieved 2012-03-04.
- ^ "The Action Alliance | American Tinnitus Association". Ata.org. http://www.ata.org/advocacy/action-alliance. Retrieved 2012-03-04.
- ^ "Charity Review of American Tinnitus Association". Bbb.org. http://www.bbb.org/charity-reviews/national/human-services/american-tinnitus-association-in-portland-or-3369. Retrieved 2012-03-04.
External links
- ata.org, the American Tinnitus Association's official website
- ATA on Myspace
- ATA on Facebook
- ATA youtube page
- ATA on Twitter
- ATA on Tumblr
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