Dr. Joshua Hackel, M.D., is a board-certified and fellowship-trained Sports Medicine Physician. He earned his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean and completed his residency at Columbus Regional Medical Center. A graduate of the University of Georgia, he completed a Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at the American Sports Medicine Institute. He specializes in regenerative medicine, ultrasound-guided procedures, and non-surgical treatments for musculoskeletal injuries.
Dr. Joshua Hackel, M.D., is a board-certified and fellowship-trained Sports Medicine Physician. He earned his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean and completed his residency at Columbus Regional Medical Center. A graduate of the University of Georgia, he completed a Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at the American Sports Medicine Institute. He specializes in regenerative medicine, ultrasound-guided procedures, and non-surgical treatments for musculoskeletal injuries.
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One of the best and detailed explanation of injury in professional yet understandable language. His time and care coupled with results is incredible!
(6 days ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Hackel is the best. He does everything possible to help you feel better and heal the best you can. I am fortunate to be able to be his patient.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
I was very pleased with every aspect of my visit. I was happy with the explanations I was given and he made me feel like he was listening to me.
I am indeed feeling better already.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
He’s the best
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
The efficiency getting me in, prepped and out is appreciated :)
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
He is best in the area. Go to the best.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Hackel listens and takes time to answer questions. He cares about his patients. Highly recommend.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
On time professionals. With immediate understanding of my medical situation
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Hackel has been a true blessing to me and my husband. We are in the final stage of transitioning from Alabama and finding Dr. Hackel was greatly appreciated. He is very knowledgeable, professional, kind, communicates well with his patients, takes care of medical issues and business immediately without long drawn-out unnecessary return visits. Dr. Hackel explains x-rays, test results and moves forward with a viable plan to address the issues that brought you in to see him in the first place. Highly recommend Dr. Hackel.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Hackel is very thorough. The consultation provided all concerns and addressed my needs.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
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Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine - Suite 200
1040 Gulf Breeze Pkwy Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
Dr. Joshua Hackel, M.D., is a board-certified and fellowship-trained Sports Medicine Physician who specializes in treating musculoskeletal and orthopaedic injuries. His primary aim is to maximize healing and minimize recovery time, allowing for a rapid return to sport, work, and daily activities.
He earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Georgia and his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. Dr. Hackel completed his residency at Columbus Regional Medical Center before pursuing a Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at the American Sports Medicine Institute under the direction of Dr. James R. Andrews and Dr. Tracy Ray.
As a pioneer in regenerative medicine, Dr. Hackel was the first physician at the Andrews Institute to utilize stem cell therapy successfully in the treatment of soft tissue injuries and joint disorders and is an internationally recognized expert in stem cell therapies and ultrasound-guided procedures. His additional clinical interests include treatment of the musculoskeletal system using platelet-rich plasma therapies (PRP); Tenex (percutaneous tenotomy) of the elbow, ankle, plantar fascia, knee, hip and shoulder as well as and radiofrequency ablation for chronic pain and/or arthritis of the hip and knee.
One of the best and detailed explanation of injury in professional yet understandable language. His time and care coupled with results is incredible!
Dr. Hackel is the best. He does everything possible to help you feel better and heal the best you can. I am fortunate to be able to be his patient.
I was very pleased with every aspect of my visit. I was happy with the explanations I was given and he made me feel like he was listening to me. I am indeed feeling better already.
He’s the best
The efficiency getting me in, prepped and out is appreciated :)
He is best in the area. Go to the best.
Dr Hackel listens and takes time to answer questions. He cares about his patients. Highly recommend.
On time professionals. With immediate understanding of my medical situation
Dr. Hackel has been a true blessing to me and my husband. We are in the final stage of transitioning from Alabama and finding Dr. Hackel was greatly appreciated. He is very knowledgeable, professional, kind, communicates well with his patients, takes care of medical issues and business immediately without long drawn-out unnecessary return visits. Dr. Hackel explains x-rays, test results and moves forward with a viable plan to address the issues that brought you in to see him in the first place. Highly recommend Dr. Hackel.
Dr. Hackel is very thorough. The consultation provided all concerns and addressed my needs.