147. Making a Difference: Dr. Meredith Kapchinski's Path to Creating a Non-Profit Physical Therapy Clinic

Join host Dr. F Scott Feil in this inspiring episode of the Healthcare Education Transpformation podcast as he sits down with Dr. Meredith Kapchinski, a dedicated physical therapist and founder of Fortis Therapy Center, a non-profit pediatric clinic.Throughout the conversation, Dr. Kapchinski emphasizes the value of seizing opportunities and working hard. Dr. Kapchinski's passion for pediatrics and frustration with insurance constraints led her to create a pro bono clinic, offering comprehensive therapy services without charging for therapy. She recounts the challenges and triumphs of securing funding, networking, and building community trust.Discover how Dr. Kapchinski's non-profit clinic has grown to offer intensive therapy programs for children from different states, and their long-term goal of developing a comprehensive clinic for patients of all ages. Explore the benefits and challenges of operating as a non-profit, including the potential for higher earning potential, research opportunities, and community engagement. Dr. Kapchinski's insights shed light on the fulfillment and autonomy that comes with running a clinic aligned with one's values and goals.Listen in as Dr. Kapchinski shares her personal experiences, including the joys of seeing patients' progress, providing individualized care, and offering services not covered by insurance. Gain valuable advice on starting a non-profit organization, the importance of perseverance, fundraising, and finding a supportive network.This episode is a must-listen for aspiring physical therapists, healthcare professionals, and individuals interested in the non-profit sector. Dr. Kapchinski's journey will inspire you to seize opportunities, make a positive impact, and pursue your passion in creating meaningful change.Feel free to reach out to Dr Kapchinski at [email protected] her clinic's website at fortistherapycenter.orgSpecial thanks to both our sponsors, The NPTE Final Frontier, and Varela Financial! If you are taking the NPTE or are teaching those about to take the NPTE, visit the NPTE FInal Frontier at www.NPTEFF.com and use code "HET" for 10% off all purchases at the website...and BREAKING NEWS!!!! They now have an OCS review option as well... You're welcome! You can also reach out to them on Instagram @npteff If you're a PT and you have student loan debt, you gotta talk to these guys. What makes them unique is that they view financial planning as like running hurdles on a track. And for PTs, the first hurdle many of us run into is student loan debt. Varela Financial will help you get over that hurdle. They not only take the time to explain to you which plans you individually qualify for and how those plans work, but they ALSO take the time to show you what YOUR individual case looks like mapped out within each option. So if you're looking for help on your student loan debt, or any area of your personal finances, we highly recommend working with them. You can check out Varela Financial out at varelafinancial.com. Feel free to reach out to us at:  http://healthcareeducationtransformationpodcast.com/ https://www.facebook.com/HETPodcast https://twitter.com/HETpodcast Instagram: @hetpodcast @dawnbrown_pt @pteducator @dawnmagnusson31 @farleyschweighart @mail.in.stew.art @ujima_institute For more information on how we can optimize and standardize healthcare education and delivery, subscribe to the Healthcare Education Transformation Podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.