Michael L. McCauley, Practioner/Clinician

With two decades of experience in orthotics and prosthetics, I’ve built a career grounded in clinical excellence, operational leadership, and advancing pediatric outcomes. I currently serve as Director of Pediatrics for the Great Lakes Region at Hanger Clinic, where I lead pediatric initiatives across Indiana, Kentucky, and Michigan—focusing on innovation, education, and collaboration among specialists to elevate care.

My clinical expertise includes scoliosis management, cranial remolding, and prosthetic field research. I am actively involved in long-term underwater prosthetics research in partnership with the Combat Wounded Veterans Challenge and the University of Hartford, including open-water studies with the U.S. Army’s Special Forces Underwater Operations program.

Previously, I served as Area Clinic Manager for multiple Hanger Clinic locations in Kentucky, overseeing an annual operating budget of $6.2 million. In that role, I led strategic growth, developed clinical talent, and implemented systems that improved both patient outcomes and team performance.

Throughout my career, I’ve worked in Hanger clinics across five states, gaining broad insight into regional needs and best practices. I’ve also mentored clinicians through residency programs and contributed to clinical education at the regional level.

I hold a Master’s degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics from the University of Hartford and maintain certification and licensure as an orthotist/prosthetist. My work has been recognized through multiple operational excellence awards.
In addition to my clinical and leadership roles, I serve on the general board of the Hanger Foundation, supporting initiatives that expand access to care and empower individuals with limb loss or limb difference. I remain committed to advancing the field through evidence-based practice, research, and meaningful partnerships.