In this episode of The Link Podcast, co-hosts Karen Kraveling-Hughes and Joel Hughes sit down with Dr. Ted Epperly, president and CEO of Full Circle Health, for a powerful conversation on transforming healthcare systems from the ground up. With a career spanning decades—from serving as a physician in the U.S. Army to leading healthcare innovation in Idaho—Dr. Epperly brings a wealth of experience in family medicine, medical education, and policy reform.Dr. Epperly shares how relationship-building and nonpartisan collaboration have been key to driving meaningful change, particularly in addressing Idaho’s rural physician shortage. He also discusses Full Circle Health’s transition to a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), which has expanded access to care for underserved populations while strengthening the center’s educational mission.From training refugee physicians to expanding rural residency programs, Dr. Epperly’s vision for the future is rooted in equity, innovation, and community-centered care. Tune in to hear how one leader’s dedication is helping shape a stronger, more inclusive healthcare system—and what other organizations can learn from his example.

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