Gauri MacDonald, PT, DPT, OCS
Clinical Assistant Professor
Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Background
Gauri MacDonald joined Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences in September 2021 as assistant clinical professor in the Division of Physical Therapy. She comes from a clinical position as a physical therapist, and has primarily worked in the Binghamton area for more than 20 years. MacDonald specializes in the treatment of patients with orthopedic diagnoses.
Education
- PhD, community research and action, Binghamton University (expected fall 2023)
- DPT, MGH Institute of Public Health
- MS, physical therapy, Ithaca College
- BS, clinical science, Ithaca College
Research Interests
- Social determinants of health and physical therapy outcomes
- Physical therapy’s role in public health
- Psychosocial aspects of physical therapy
Clinical Interests
- Physical therapy for patients with orthopedic conditions, especially those from marginalized communities
Teaching Interests
- Population health and health disparities
- Psychosocial aspects of physical therapy
- Orthopedic and musculoskeletal physical therapy
More Info
- Board certified as an orthopedic clinical specialist by the ABPTS
