Dr. Daniel Mackie joined the PCOM Georgia Doctor of Physical Therapy program as a faculty member in Spring 2025. He brings more than 15 years of diverse clinical experience across inpatient rehabilitation, private practice, and corporate outpatient settings. Currently, he serves as the Regional Clinical Excellence Coordinator for a large network of 44 outpatient clinics, where he leads clinician education and development, including new hire training, orthopedic mentoring, and clinical improvement initiatives.
A board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and graduate of Mercer University’s inaugural Orthopedic Residency Program, Dr. Mackie earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Georgia State University and a Bachelor of Science in Education, magna cum laude, from the University of Georgia. His certifications also include Dry Needling and LSVT BIG.
Dr. Mackie has held clinical adjunct and consulting roles in multiple DPT and PTA programs throughout Georgia, and he has long been engaged with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the APTA - Georgia. He has contributed to APTA Georgia through committee work, conference presentations, and currently serves on the Nominating Committee. His research includes a recent poster presentation and pending publication on shared decision-making in physical therapy.
Dr. Mackie’s teaching interests center on musculoskeletal management, manual therapy, mentorship, and bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world clinical practice. His commitment to education reflects his deep gratitude to the profession and a desire to give back to the physical therapy community that has shaped his career.
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