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Why Telehealth Isn't Just a Video Call
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- Med Tech Gurus
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- Jul 1, 2026
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Summary
Access to care remains one of healthcare's biggest challenges—especially in physical therapy, where patients often travel hours for a single appointment. In this episode of Med Tech Gurus, we sit down with Dr. Ashok Gupta, founder and CEO of TheraNow, a rapidly growing virtual physical therapy platform that has treated more than 70,000 patients nationwide through a network of over 400 therapists. Ashok's journey began on the front lines as a physical therapist working in rural communities and VA hospitals, where he repeatedly saw patients abandon treatment simply because access to care was too difficult. That experience led him to ask a bold question: if mental health therapy can be delivered virtually, why not physical therapy? In this conversation, Ashok shares how TheraNow built a telehealth platform that works inside healthcare workflows—not outside them. We explore why many virtual care startups fail, how AI-powered clinical documentation can improve therapist productivity, and what it takes to scale a digital health company while partnering with major health systems. Ashok also discusses achieving Joint Commission accreditation, integrating with complex EHR environments, and building operational infrastructure that supports both clinicians and patients. If you're interested in telehealth innovation, digital health startups, AI in healthcare, physical therapy, or healthcare workflow design, this episode offers practical insights on building virtual care platforms that actually work.