Thomas Motyka

Dr. Thomas Motyka is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine at Campbell University, with a joint appointment in the Department of Internal Medicine. He also serves as the Osteopathic Program Director for the Campbell University/Cape Fear Valley Internal Medicine Residency. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Cornell University
• Doctor of Osteopathy, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Internal Medicine Residency, Cambridge Hospital/Harvard Medical School
• Primary Care Research Fellowship and Occupational/Preventive Medicine Residency, UNC Chapel Hill

His research and clinical interests focus on pain management, tissue healing, musculoskeletal disease, and osteopathic patient care approaches. He co-authored The Rapid Recovery Handbook: Your Guide to Faster Healing After Surgery (Harper Collins, 2006).

Professional Roles:

• Past President and Trustee of the North Carolina Osteopathic Medical Association
• North Carolina Representative to the American Osteopathic Association House of Delegates
• Former Clinical Assistant Professor at UNC Chapel Hill and Director of the Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Clinic

He has held leadership roles in organizations like the American Academy of Osteopathy and contributed to educational and research committees in osteopathic medicine.