McKenzie Institute USA

The McKenzie Institute® USA announces the retirement of Executive Director Stacey Lyon after more than three decades of extraordinary leadership. Please join us in celebrating Stacey and wishing her joy, fulfillment and every happiness in retirement 🫶

Since 1995, Stacey’s steady guidance, vision, and unwavering dedication have helped shape the organization and transform the global MDT community. For nearly 31 years, Stacey has been far more than a leader, she has been a champion of the Institute’s mission, a trusted colleague and a constant source of wisdom, care and inspiration.

Through seasons of growth, change, and innovation, her commitment to advancing excellence in education and patient care has left an enduring mark on countless clinicians, faculty, staff, and the broader McKenzie community.

Stacey’s legacy is measured not only in milestones achieved, but in the relationships she fostered, the standards she upheld and the heart she brought to her work each day. Her leadership helped strengthen and expand The McKenzie Institute USA while preserving the values and purpose at its core.

As Stacey begins this well-earned next chapter, we extend our deepest gratitude for her decades of service and profound impact. While her presence at the helm will be deeply missed, the foundation she helped build will continue to guide and inspire us for years to come. Congratulations, Stacey!

➡️ Register Now: https://www.mckenzieinstituteusa.org/course-list.cfm

🤩 Thank you to all of the locations that hosted a McKenzie Course this past weekend!

Our Part B Course was instructed by Dana Greene, PT, OCS, Dip. MDT and Katie Wilkens at Gannon University in Erie! It was cosponsored by Brett Szymusiak, PT, Cert. MDT.

Our Part A Course was instructed by Kristi Maguire, PT, OCS, Dip. MDT at Marshall University in Huntington! It was cosponsored by Brad Profitt, DC, DPT, DScPT.

Our Part A Course was instructed by Yoav Suprun, DPT, OCS, Dip. MDT, CSCS at Nebraska Methodist College in Omaha! It was cosponsored by Lin Pu, PT, Dip. MDT.

Our Part C Course was instructed by Gary D***s, PT, OCS, Dip. MDT at The George Washington University in Washington, DC! It was cosponsored by Jason Dring, PT, DPT.

Thank you to all of our instructors and cosponsors! Attend an upcoming course ➡️ https://pulse.ly/hm4wcaufzq

🤲 What keeps clinicians coming back to the McKenzie Method®? For many, it’s not just the results – it’s the community. From your very first Part A course through MDT Certification, you’ll join a global network of clinicians committed to learning, collaboration, and better patient outcomes.

Ready to start– or continue – your MDT journey? We’ve got plenty of upcoming courses to help you take the next step 🔗 https://pulse.ly/g1ktdhgoxb

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👏 Thank you to all of the locations that hosted a McKenzie Course this past weekend!

Our Masterclass: MDT & the Athlete was instructed by Joshua Kidd, PT, DPT, DSc, OCS, SCS, Dip. MDT, CSCS, FAAOMPT at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland! It was cosponsored by Jessica Merhar, PT, DPT, MBA, OCS, Dip. MDT, FAAOMPT.

Our Part A Course was instructed by Gerry Gordon, PT, MS, OCS, Dip. MDT, FAAOMPT at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus! It was cosponsored by Kristy Pottkotter, PT, Cert. MDT.

Our Part B Course was instructed by Robert Medcalf, PT, DPT, OCS, Dip. MDT at Belmont University in Nashville! It was cosponsored by Lisa Swartz, PT, Cert. MDT of STAR Physical Therapy.

Thank you to all of our instructors and cosponsors! Attend an upcoming course ➡️ https://pulse.ly/le3nataabh

📸 Columbus & Cleveland

🔥 Wednesday webinar incoming! How can MDT principles help improve access to care in busy outpatient settings? Join Christopher Boyer, PT, DPT, Dip. MDT, FAAOMPT for an insightful live webinar exploring how structured triage systems can expand musculoskeletal access while maintaining safety and clinical oversight.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026
7 p.m. ET

Topics include:
✔ MDT-informed triage and stratification
✔ Structured screening workflows
✔ Support staff utilization
✔ Patient safety and escalation criteria
✔ Real-world implementation lessons

Ideal for clinicians, clinic owners and healthcare leaders looking to scale care delivery through operational innovation and MDT application.

Reserve your spot today 👉 https://pulse.ly/zqcabswd3f