Behind the Scenes with Dr. Joe Betz: Quietly Reshaping the Future of Chiropractic
Most people think of leadership as a spotlight role—speeches, stage time, visibility. But in the chiropractic world, one of its most influential leaders is working powerfully from behind the curtain. Dr. Joe Betz, newly appointed President of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA), exemplifies a different kind of leadership: strategic, understated, and deeply effective. In a revealing conversation on ClinicMind’s webinar podcast, Dr. Betz shares how his quiet leadership style is exactly what the profession needs—especially in research, global advocacy, and public health policy. From Quiet Start to Global Advocate Dr. Betz never set out to lead from the front. A visit to Life University, inspired by a friend’s excitement, introduced him to chiropractic. After launching his Idaho practice in 2001, Betz quickly took on leadership roles—locally, then nationally—eventually serving over a decade on the ICA board before becoming its 21st president. Though more comfortable behind the scenes, he stepped into the presidency when the ICA needed both vision and steadiness. “These positions are all volunteer,” he explained. “It takes someone who understands the system and believes in the mission.” The ICA has long worked to protect chiropractic’s identity as a drug-free, surgery-free profession—often without fanfare. From testifying at state legislatures to advocating for Medicare reform, the ICA plays a vital role. Betz now aims to increase transparency so members understand that impact. Aligning with Federal Change and Modern Tools A key development during Betz’s tenure has been new engagement with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s health team. Betz describes “regular meetings” and shared views on natural health. “This opens doors we’ve never even peeked into before,” he said. He’s also pushing modernization in chiropractic research. Through CBP and the Chiropractic Future initiative, Betz supports development of a data lake—powered by EHR systems like ClinicMind—that enables large-scale, real-world outcomes research. “We’re not a pharmaceutical company with endless budgets,” Betz said. “But now we can produce research that validates care models and improves outcomes.” Global Ambitions, Local Roots The ICA is also expanding internationally. At a recent World Federation of Chiropractic meeting with over 50 countries, Betz saw firsthand the challenge of gaining recognition in regions where chiropractic is unlicensed or misunderstood. “In many countries, it’s not even known,” he explained. “And in some, untrained individuals damage our reputation.” ICA is helping build awareness, regulation, and pathways to legitimate education—but the work is slow, requiring long-term commitment and funding. A Call to Step Up For Betz, the profession’s future depends on collective effort. “Join. Donate. Bring in a colleague,” he said. As the ICA approaches its 100th anniversary, he’s proving that true leadership doesn’t need a spotlight—only dedication to moving the profession forward. Want the Full Conversation? To dive deeper into Dr. Joe Betz’s insights on leadership, policy, and the future of chiropractic, visit the ClinicMind Events Page and unlock exclusive access to the full interview. Sign up now to stream the full webinar and stay connected with more thought leadership from chiropractic’s top voices.
The Mental Health Crisis in Healthcare: Why We Need a New Approach
Mental health has long been the silent cornerstone of overall well-being, yet the infrastructure supporting mental health providers remains fractured, underfunded, and overwhelmed. With a growing demand for services, clinicians face intense pressure just to keep up, let alone thrive. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (2023), the U.S. is grappling with a significant mental health workforce shortage. Providers report burnout at alarming rates due to increasing caseloads, administrative demands, and insufficient resources. The World Health Organization (2022) adds that mental health care access gaps remain a global crisis, with millions going untreated due to a lack of scalable, sustainable care models. From my own experience consulting with practices across the country, these issues aren’t theoretical—they’re daily realities. Providers are spending more time fighting insurance denials, manually entering data into outdated systems, and managing operations without the support they need. These pain points aren’t just frustrating; they put both provider well-being and patient outcomes at risk. As Thomas Insel (2022) writes in Healing: Our Path from Mental Illness to Mental Health, “We need to stop treating mental illness and start building mental health.” That shift requires more than just good intentions. It demands leadership, operational excellence, and a renewed focus on systems that support—not sabotage—care delivery. So what’s the solution? Strategic practice management. The right infrastructure can transform how mental health care is delivered. From streamlined workflows and simplified insurance processes to intuitive technology and leadership that supports clinicians, we have the tools to build practices that thrive. At ClinicMind, we’re not just focused on making software. We’re building a movement—one that centers around helping providers succeed so they can do what they do best: help others. This series is dedicated to exploring how we get there. Stay tuned for Chapter 2, where we dive into the hidden cost of workflow overload and how to fix it. Sources: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). (2023). Workforce shortages and provider burnout. World Health Organization (WHO). (2022). Global mental health care access gaps. Insel, T. (2022). Healing: Our Path from Mental Illness to Mental Health.
Scaling a Healthcare Practice Does Not Have to be Difficult
Most providers eventually hit a growth ceiling but not always for the reasons you’d expect. Some struggle to bring in enough patients. Others have the volume but can’t scale because of inefficient systems, disconnected tools, and administrative overload. Either way, growth becomes harder than it should be—and the passion that launched the practice starts to fade under daily pressure. At ClinicMind, we’ve worked with thousands of practices. And we’ve seen how growth stalls when tools can’t keep up with ambition. What’s Really Holding Practices Back Sometimes, it’s patient flow.Sometimes it’s internal chaos.But most often, it’s a combination of both. One system for scheduling Another – for documentation A separate billing solution Yet another – for patient communication or credentialing Each tool works in isolation—but they don’t work well enough together. Time is lost in handoffs, data is duplicated, and support becomes a maze. And when you’re trying to grow, those cracks widen fast. ClinicMind EHR 2.0: Designed to Grow with You ClinicMind 2.0 isn’t just a fresh interface. It’s part of an integrated platform built for real, sustainable growth—whether you’re trying to attract more patients, open a second location, or improve cash flow without adding more staff. How EHR 2.0 Powers Practice Growth ClinicMind EHR 2.0 is more than just a UI update—it’s a catalyst for growth across every part of your practice. Yes, it’s faster. Yes, it’s easier to use. But what truly sets it apart is how it connects seamlessly with the rest of ClinicMind’s integrated platform to unlock your practice’s full potential. From attracting new patients to retaining loyal ones, from reducing admin time to increasing revenue per visit, ClinicMind 2.0 supports growth at every level: Attract More Patients: With PatientHub, your EHR becomes a growth engine. It automates marketing, manages online reviews, and follows up with prospects—so your schedule stays full without your team having to chase leads manually. Convert and Retain More Patients: A cleaner, more intuitive interface improves the patient experience and reduces time spent on documentation. That means more face time with patients, better communication, and a practice environment patients want to return to—and recommend. Streamline Workflow and Reduce Overhead: Integrated tools mean fewer clicks, fewer errors, and less switching between platforms. Staff productivity improves, training time drops, and team burnout decreases—all without adding new headcount. Improve Financial Performance: Claims360 uses AI to reduce denials and accelerate reimbursement timelines. Plus, with better credentialing via CredEdge, you expand your payer access and get paid for more of the care you already provide. When these systems work in harmony, the results don’t just add up—they compound. ClinicMind 2.0 isn’t just easier to use—it’s built to support scalable growth. As your patient volume increases, the system keeps pace without adding operational friction, so your team can stay focused on delivering exceptional care. Upgrade at Your Own Pace with Dual-Mode Functionality ClinicMind 2.0 introduces a unique dual-interface capability, letting your team toggle between the classic and updated UI—module by module, at your own pace. That means: No retraining everyone at once No loss of work or context mid-transition No disruption to patient care Built from Real Provider Feedback Every feature in ClinicMind EHR 2.0 was shaped by what providers told us they needed most: Cleaner navigation that saves time on every task Shorter onboarding time for new staff Workflows that make sense for real clinical teams This next-generation experience was designed not just to support your current operations, but to grow with you as your goals evolve. Whether You’re Stuck or Scaling—We’ve Got You Some practices are just trying to survive. Others are preparing to expand. ClinicMind EHR 2.0 supports both, giving you a growth-ready system with the flexibility to meet your current needs—and the power to grow when you’re ready. You shouldn’t have to choose between stability and progress. With ClinicMind, you don’t have to. Want to See It in Action? ClinicMind EHR 2.0 is available now as part of our latest release. Let us show you what scalable, integrated practice growth really looks like. 👉 Schedule a personalized demo
Stacked Compounding: The Hidden Growth Strategy That Outperforms Everything
We all understand compounding in theory: reinvesting growth so that it builds upon itself over time. But what if you could compound on top of your compounding—layering growth within the same period? That’s what we call stacked compounding, and it has the power to create truly exponential outcomes. The Visual That Says It All Take a look at the chart above, which compares four growth paths over 24 months: No Compounding (Flat Line) – Value remains stagnant. Single-Tiered Compounding (75%) – Traditional, strong growth. Double-Tiered (50% + 25%) – Two sequential layers of growth. Triple-Tiered (25% + 25% + 25%) – Three layers of growth stacked in a single cycle. Although each compounding path uses the same total growth rate (75%), the outcome is dramatically different. The triple-tiered model outpaces all others—by millions. Why Stacking Beats Simple Compounding Each layer in stacked compounding compounds on an already-increased base: First layer grows the base. Second layer compounds on that. Third layer accelerates even further. The result is compounding over compounding—and it explains why triple-tiered growth shoots upward while traditional growth lags behind. The Patience Factor: When Results Really Start to Show But here’s the catch: stacked compounding doesn’t look impressive at first. For the first 10–12 months, results are modest. Months 15–18 show the first major gains. By months 20–24, the curve explodes—especially in the triple-tiered model. This is what James Clear calls the “Valley of Latent Potential.” Your efforts are working, but the results are still building beneath the surface. If you give up too soon, you miss the magic. Business Takeaway: Stack Everything Stacked compounding isn’t just for investing—it’s a philosophy for business growth: Marketing: Follow an ad with email → retargeting → webinar invite. Sales: Outreach → personalized demo → special offer. Product: Deliver value → educate → upsell. Each touchpoint stacks, amplifying the one before it. Final Word: Stack. Wait. Win. Stacked compounding shows that order matters—and so does patience. The biggest wins don’t come from a single big move. They come from layered, consistent action that builds on itself over time. Don’t just grow. Stack your growth. And give it time.
