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Joy Bruce

Research Scientist and Physical Therapist

physical therapist Dahlonega, GA Shepherd Center Inc.
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Engineering
Tenure
15 years at Shepherd Center Inc.
Gender
Female
Connections
106
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 75,598 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the physical therapist specialty. Joy Bruce is one of them.
  • 1,473 physical therapists are based in GA (out of 40,490 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 51 contacts at Shepherd Center Inc. are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical physical therapist compensation in GA: $73,000 – $122,000 (median $93,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of physical therapists in GA: Emory Healthcare (66), Benchmark Physical Therapy (43), Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta (37).
  • 5% of physical therapists in GA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 79% of physical therapists in GA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Virginia Commonwealth/Medical College of Virginia
PhD
2011
North Georgia College and State University
MS
2000
University of Virginia
1993
Skills
Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Spinal Cord Injury Healthcare Neurology Clinical Research Utilization Management Acute Care Traumatic Brain Injury Neuroscience Neurophysiology
About Shepherd Center Inc.
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
500 to 999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
shepherd.org
Office Location
2020 Peachtree Rd Nw, Atlanta, GA
Professional Overview

Joy Bruce is a Research Scientist and Physical Therapist, currently affiliated with Shepherd Center Inc., based in Dahlonega, GA. As a physical therapist, Bruce contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Dahlonega, GA. They have been with Shepherd Center Inc. for 15 years. Bruce holds academic credentials, including PhD and MS, from Virginia Commonwealth/Medical College of Virginia and North Georgia College and State University. Core competencies include Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injury, Healthcare, Neurology. Shepherd Center Inc. operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 500 to 999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physical therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physical therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Dahlonega, GA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Joy Bruce located?
Joy Bruce is based in Dahlonega, GA. They are currently affiliated with Shepherd Center Inc..
What is Joy Bruce's specialty?
Joy Bruce specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Research Scientist and Physical Therapist.
Where does Joy Bruce currently work?
Joy Bruce currently works at Shepherd Center Inc.. They have been there for 15 years.
What is Joy Bruce's educational background?
Joy Bruce attended Virginia Commonwealth/Medical College of Virginia and North Georgia College and State University.
How do I contact Joy Bruce for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Joy Bruce. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a physical therapist?
Recruiting physical therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physical therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a physical therapist in GA?
physical therapists in GA typically earn $73,000 to $122,000 annually, with a median of $93,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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